2004 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Kompressor Sports Coupe
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG and 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Kompressor Sports Coupe were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Kompressor Sports Coupe. (189 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Kompressor Sports Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Kompressor Sports Coupe. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG (510 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Kompressor Sports Coupe. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Kompressor Sports Coupe. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Kompressor Sports Coupe has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Kompressor Sports Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Kompressor Sports Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
