2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 218 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 (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
