2008 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor Automatic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 T CDi Classic Automatic
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor Automatic and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 T CDi Classic Automatic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 T CDi Classic Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 T CDi Classic Automatic (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor Automatic. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 T CDi Classic Automatic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 T CDi Classic Automatic weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor Automatic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 E 280 T CDi Classic Automatic (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor Automatic. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 T CDi Classic Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor Automatic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor Automatic | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 T CDi Classic Automatic | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |