2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 CDI Classic vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 T Classic
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 CDI Classic and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 T Classic 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 E 320 T Classic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 T Classic (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 CDI Classic. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 T Classic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 CDI Classic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 T Classic weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 CDI Classic. 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 E 320 CDI Classic (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 T Classic. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 CDI Classic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 T Classic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 CDI Classic | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 320 T Classic | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |