2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz S and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |