2001 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (244 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | C | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
