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 5,439 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 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 | 3518 cc | 5439 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |