2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz R and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 591 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz R 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model R C
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Minivan Sedan
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 362 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 5.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2226 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2990 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 62 L


 

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