2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (175 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |