2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 179 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 (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
Model | C | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |