2010 BMW X6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (245 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X6 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X6 | C |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
