2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (231 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5461 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |