2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
