2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz C and 2012 Peugeot 508 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 508 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 508. (338 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 508.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | C | 508 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 338 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1853 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2817 mm |