2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Elegance Automatic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 Kompressor Classic
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Elegance Automatic and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 Kompressor Classic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Elegance Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Elegance Automatic (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 Kompressor Classic. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Elegance Automatic should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 Kompressor Classic.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Elegance Automatic (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 Kompressor Classic. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Elegance Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 Kompressor Classic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Elegance Automatic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 Kompressor Classic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
