Mercedes C class 2018 vs Tesla Model 3 2020

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Mercedes C class
2018 - 2021
Tesla Model 3
2020 - 2021
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.0 DieselElectric

Performance

Power: 245 HP325 HP
Torque: 500 NM420 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.9 seconds5.6 seconds
Tesla Model 3 is a more dynamic driving.
Mercedes C class engine produces 80 HP less power than Tesla Model 3, but torque is 80 NM more than Tesla Model 3. Due to the lower power, Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Consumption: 5.4 l/100km
Range per fill-up: 750 km in combined cycle448 km in combined cycle
Mercedes C class gets more mileage from one tank of fuel or charge.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.
Ground clearance: 92 mm (3.6 inches)140 mm (5.5 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Tesla Model 3 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Tesla Model 3 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from three 4x4 versions of Tesla Model 3 2020 if off-road driveability is important to you.

Dimensions

Length: 4.69 m4.69 m
Width: 1.84 m1.85 m
Height: 1.43 m1.44 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class and Tesla Model 3 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity: no data649 litres
Turning diameter: no data11.6 meters
Gross weight: 2`215 kg2`060 kg
Net weight:1`560 kg1`655 kg
Load capacity:655 kg405 kg
Mercedes C class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 38 procentiem more than Tesla Model 3. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Safety: no datano data
Quality: no datano data
Average price (€): 24 20024 800
Pros and Cons: Mercedes C klase has
  • more mileage per fill-up
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
Tesla Model 3 has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • higher ground clearance
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