Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG

Mercedes C class 2004 5.4 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG has been produced from March, 2004 to March, 2007. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.4 litres, which produces power of 367 horsepower on 5750 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes C klase 2004 - 2007 version and torque 510 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mercedes C class 5.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11.9 litres per 100km (8.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 700 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 13.6 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes C class fuel consumption.

Mercedes C class 2004

Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG technical data

Model: Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2004. March ... 2007. March 
Engine: 5439 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 286 g/km
Power: 367 HP ON 5750 RPM Torque: 510 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.9 (combined) 17.3 (urban) 8.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 13.6 l/100km (17.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.61m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.41m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters

Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG engine M113 E55 AMG

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 5439 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 97 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92 mm
Compression ratio 11 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 347 - 400 HP ON 5750 RPM
Torque 510 - 530 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 11 years
Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes CLK Mercedes SLK and 2 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Mercedes C class sedan [2004 - 2007] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes C 180 2004 Kompressor

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 143 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2004 Kompressor 1.8 Petrol 143 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 Kompressor 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 Kompressor 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.8 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2004 Kompressor Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 1.8 Petrol 192 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2004 Kompressor Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 1.8 Petrol 192 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 122 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.1 Diesel 122 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 150 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.1 Diesel 150 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 240 2004 4Matic 4x4 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 2.6 Petrol 170 HP 10.6 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes C 270 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Feb 2005 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 270 2004 CDI Mar 2004 — Feb 2005 2.7 Diesel 170 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2005 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI Jun 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2005 CDI Jan 2005 — Mar 2007 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 30 2004 CDI AMG Mar 2004 — Dec 2004

Most powerfull diesel version (231 HP)

3.0 Diesel 231 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2004 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2004 4Matic 4x4 Mar 2004 — Jul 2005 3.2 Petrol 218 HP 10.7 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Mercedes C 350 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 350 2005 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 350 2005 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2005 — Mar 2007 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 10.3 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes C 55 2004 AMG

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds

5.4 Petrol 367 HP 11.9 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C class 2004 reviews
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