2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320 CDi Avantgarde vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200 CDi Classic
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320 CDi Avantgarde and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200 CDi Classic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320 CDi Avantgarde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320 CDi Avantgarde (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200 CDi Classic. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320 CDi Avantgarde should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200 CDi Classic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320 CDi Avantgarde weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200 CDi 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 320 CDi Avantgarde (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200 CDi Classic. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320 CDi Avantgarde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200 CDi Classic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320 CDi Avantgarde | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 200 CDi Classic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
