2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 270 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1640 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 | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |