2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (517 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 517 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |
