2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
