2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (451 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
