2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 391 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 S (350 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model C S
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2685 cc 3723 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 167 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 350 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1524 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 88 L


 

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