2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 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 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | X6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4592 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
