Mercedes C class is a more dynamic driving. BMW 3 series engine produces 27 HP less power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 130 NM less than Mercedes C class. Due to the lower power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.6
7.6
Fuel tank capacity:
63 litres
62 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
820 km in combined cycle
810 km in combined cycle
1010 km on highway
1050 km on highway
820 km with real consumption
770 km with real consumption
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
BMW 3 sērija has 4x4: 38% front and 62% rear torque distribution via planetary gears. ADB-X (Automatic Differential Brake) electronic traction control system provides differential locking functions.
BMW 3 sērija 2003 3.0 engine: The BMW M57 engine is regarded as one of the best German-built power units. Its inline-six layout is praised for reliability, and cars equipped with this engine are often more desirable on the used market. Despite delivering ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2003 3.0 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.47 m
4.53 m
Width:
1.74 m
1.73 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.41 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series is 6 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, 1 cm wider, while the height of BMW 3 series is 1 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
440 litres
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Turning diameter:
10 meters
10.8 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.8 metres less than that of the Mercedes C class, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Mercedes C class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for BMW 3 series, so Mercedes C class quality could be a bit better.
