BMW 4 series 2015 vs Mercedes C class 2013
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 8.4 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is a more dynamic driving. BMW 4 series engine produces 20 HP less power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 80 NM less than Mercedes C class. Due to the lower power, BMW 4 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.2 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 57 litres | 59 litres | |
| 1000 km with real consumption | 1010 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 92 mm (3.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 4 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 4 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from thirteen 4x4 versions of BMW 4 series 2015 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW 2 sērija | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes A klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes C class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 4 sērija 2015 2.0 engine: Pretty reliable engine with great durability. Overall, the chains are more reliable than on BMW N-series engines. However, they do tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs good quality fuel, ... More about BMW 4 sērija 2015 2.0 engine Mercedes C klase 2013 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.64 m | 4.69 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.39 m | 1.44 m | |
| BMW 4 series is 5 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, 2 cm wider, while the height of BMW 4 series is 5 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1300 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 11.22 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 4 series is 0.08 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`070 kg | 2`115 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`510 kg | 1`550 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 560 kg | 565 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 17 000 | 27 000 | |
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