2007 Mercedes-Benz C 280 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Estate Classic
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 280 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Estate Classic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 280 (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Estate Classic. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 280 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Estate Classic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 280 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Estate 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 280 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Estate Classic. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Estate Classic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 280 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Estate Classic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
