2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz C 2008 Toyota Camry
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model C Camry
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1352 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L


 

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