2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |