2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | X3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
