2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 Acura CSX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 172 kg more than 2008 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura CSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | C | CSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
