2008 Mercedes-Benz E 220 T CDi Classic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 270 CDi Automatic
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 220 T CDi Classic and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 270 CDi Automatic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,685 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 270 CDi Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 220 T CDi Classic weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 270 CDi 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 E 270 CDi Automatic (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 220 T CDi Classic. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 270 CDi Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 220 T CDi Classic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 220 T CDi Classic | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 270 CDi Automatic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2685 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
