2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 350 T Classic
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 350 T Classic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 350 T Classic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 350 T Classic (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 350 T Classic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 350 T 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 E 350 T Classic (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 350 T Classic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 350 T Classic | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.1 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 | 1570 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |