2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 T Kompressor Classic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sport Sedan
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 T Kompressor Classic and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sport Sedan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sport Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sport Sedan (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 T Kompressor Classic. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sport Sedan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 T Kompressor Classic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sport Sedan weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 T Kompressor 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sport Sedan (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 T Kompressor Classic. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sport Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 T Kompressor Classic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 180 T Kompressor Classic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sport Sedan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
