Dodge Charger 2015 vs Mercedes C class 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.6 Petrol | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Dodge Charger) 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. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 296 HP | 204 HP | |
| Torque: | 353 NM | 500 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 7.1 seconds | |
| Dodge Charger engine produces 92 HP more power than Mercedes C class, but torque is 147 NM less than Mercedes C class. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.0 | 4.9 | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Dodge Charger consumes 5.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Dodge Charger could require 765 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 59 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 700 km in combined cycle | 1200 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 1400 km on highway | ||
| 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 460'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Dodge Charger engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Jeep Grand Cherokee, Chrysler Grand Voyager, Chrysler Town & Country | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes A klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes C class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Dodge Charger 2015 3.6 engine: The variable valve timing regulators, oil pump, water pump, and thermostat are known for their limited lifespan. Another common issue is the clogging of oil channels with wear particles.
After ... More about Dodge Charger 2015 3.6 engine 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: | 5.04 m | 4.59 m | |
| Width: | 1.91 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.41 m | |
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Dodge Charger is larger. Dodge Charger is 45 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, 14 cm wider, while the height of Dodge Charger is 7 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 436 litres | 450 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Dodge Charger uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Dodge Charger is 0.7 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class, which means Dodge Charger can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| 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: | no data | 2`130 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 13 800 | 22 400 | |
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