2011 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
