2008 Mercedes-Benz C 200 T CDi Classic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Classic
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 200 T CDi Classic and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Classic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Classic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Classic (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 200 T CDi Classic. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Classic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 200 T CDi Classic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 200 T CDi Classic weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Classic.
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 200 T CDi Classic (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Classic. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 200 T CDi Classic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Classic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz C 200 T CDi Classic | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 Classic | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 68.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |