2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 510 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |