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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 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 | 3518 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |