2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sedan vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sedan and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sedan (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sedan should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sedan weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde. 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 55 AMG Sedan (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sedan has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG Sedan | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.3 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 | 2115 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
