2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 714 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (231 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | 6 series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |