BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes C class engine produces 48 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 20 NM less than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.9
8.1
The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes C class consumes 3.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that by driving the Mercedes C class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 480 litres of fuel.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
390'000 km
330'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes C class engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
14 years
17 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes Vito
Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Dimensions
Length:
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4.90 m
Width:
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1.86 m
Height:
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1.46 m
Trunk capacity:
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520 litres
Turning diameter:
10.8 meters
11.9 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 1.1 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Mercedes C class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg):
no data
2`235
Safety:
BMW 5 series scores higher in safety tests. The BMW 5 series scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 5 series has serious deffects in 50 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably significantly better
