2008 Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDi Automatic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 180 K Avantgarde
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDi Automatic and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 180 K Avantgarde were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,685 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDi Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDi Automatic weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 180 K Avantgarde.
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 Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDi Automatic (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 180 K Avantgarde. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDi Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 180 K Avantgarde. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDi Automatic has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 180 K Avantgarde has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 180 K Avantgarde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDi Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDi Automatic | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 180 K Avantgarde | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1794 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
