2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280.
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 CDi (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |