2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55T AMG vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55T AMG 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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55T AMG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55T AMG (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 55T AMG 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 55T AMG weights approximately 15 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, both vehicles can yield 510 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55T AMG 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 55T AMG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 55T AMG | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 320T CDI Avantgarde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5437 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 | 510 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
