2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |