2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. Both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 2,987 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |