2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5437 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |