Mercedes C class 2018 vs Tesla Model 3 2019
| Comparing electrical vehicle (EV) with combustion engine (ICE) one is a complex task, but we are doing our best. | |||
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | Electric | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 HP | 325 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 NM | 420 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds | |
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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 cycle | 409 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 two 4x4 versions of Tesla Model 3 2019 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.69 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class and Tesla Model 3 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 425 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.8 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`215 | 2`060 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 17 800 | 20 000 | |
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