2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 T Classic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 320 T CDi Avantgarde Automatic
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 T Classic and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 320 T CDi Avantgarde Automatic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 320 T CDi Avantgarde Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 320 T CDi Avantgarde Automatic (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 T Classic. (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 320 T CDi Avantgarde Automatic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 T Classic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 T Classic weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 320 T CDi Avantgarde Automatic.
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 320 T CDi Avantgarde Automatic (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 T Classic. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 320 T CDi Avantgarde Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 T Classic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 230 T Classic | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 320 T CDi Avantgarde Automatic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
