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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 45 kg more 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |