Audi TT 2014 vs Mercedes C class 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Audi TT) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes C class) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 230 HP | 204 HP | |
| Torque: | 370 NM | 500 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds | |
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Audi TT is more dynamic to drive. Audi TT engine produces 26 HP more power than Mercedes C class, but torque is 130 NM less than Mercedes C class. Thanks to more power Audi TT reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.4 | 4.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km | 6.9 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Audi TT consumes 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi TT could require 225 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi TT consumes 2.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 59 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 780 km in combined cycle | 1200 km in combined cycle | |
| 940 km on highway | 1400 km on highway | ||
| 540 km with real consumption | 850 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes C class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Audi TT) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes C class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Mercedes C klase 2011 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.18 m | 4.59 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.35 m | 1.41 m | |
| Audi TT is 41 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, 6 cm wider, while the height of Audi TT is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 305 litres | 450 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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Mercedes C class has more luggage space. Audi TT has 145 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.96 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi TT is 0.16 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`660 kg | 2`130 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`260 kg | 1`585 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 400 kg | 545 kg | |
| Audi TT load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 36 procentiem less than Mercedes C class. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | high | |
| Audi TT has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mercedes C class, so Audi TT quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 20 800 | 25 600 | |
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