2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 758 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
