2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 4200 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 570 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 E (700 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). 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 E | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
