2013 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz C and 2013 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 275 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | E |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3 : 1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1997 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1406 mm | 1474 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
