2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 T Classic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180K Avantgarde
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 T Classic and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180K Avantgarde 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 T Classic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 T Classic (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180K Avantgarde. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 T Classic should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180K Avantgarde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180K Avantgarde weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 T 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 T Classic (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180K Avantgarde. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 T Classic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180K Avantgarde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 T Classic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180K Avantgarde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
