BMW 5 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 5 series engine produces 27 HP more power than Mercedes C class, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power BMW 5 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster.
BMW 5 series is larger. BMW 5 series is 31 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, 9 cm wider, while the height of BMW 5 series is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
520 litres
475 litres
BMW 5 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 5 series has 45 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes C class.
Turning diameter:
12 meters
10.8 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 1.2 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class, which means BMW 5 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg):
2`295
2`265
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
