2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |