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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz C 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model C E
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2948 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1768 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 11.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 80 L


 

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