2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 535 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2006 BMW 535.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 BMW 535 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |