Mercedes C class 2002 is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class 2002 engine produces 20 HP more power than Mercedes C class 2004, whereas torque is 20 NM more than Mercedes C class 2004. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class 2002 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
8.6
7.9
Real fuel consumption:
8.8 l/100km
8.5 l/100km
The Mercedes C class 2004 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes C class 2002 consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class 2004, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes C class 2002 could require 105 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes C class 2002 consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class 2004.
Fuel tank capacity:
62 litres
62 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
720 km in combined cycle
780 km in combined cycle
950 km on highway
1050 km on highway
700 km with real consumption
720 km with real consumption
Mercedes C class 2004 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
440'000 km
440'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
13 years
13 years
Dimensions
Length:
4.53 m
4.53 m
Width:
1.73 m
1.73 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.43 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class 2002 and Mercedes C class 2004 are practically the same length.