2005 Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDi vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 55 T AMG
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDi and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 55 T AMG were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 55 T AMG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 55 T AMG (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDi. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 55 T AMG should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 55 T AMG weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDi. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 55 T AMG (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDi. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 55 T AMG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDi. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 55 T AMG has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDi has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 55 T AMG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDi | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 55 T AMG | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1695 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
