2007 Mercedes-Benz E 280T CDi Classic vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG T
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 280T CDi Classic and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG T were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG T (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 280T CDi Classic. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG T should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 280T CDi Classic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG T weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 280T CDi Classic. 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 55 AMG T (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 280T CDi Classic. (401 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 280T CDi Classic. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG T has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 280T CDi Classic has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 280T CDi Classic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 280T CDi Classic | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG T | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
