2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1505 kg more than 2009 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 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |