Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 5 HP more power than Volkswagen Passat, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.6
5.4
Mercedes C class consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes C class could require 30 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
41 litres
66 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
730 km in combined cycle
1220 km in combined cycle
800 km on highway
1400 km on highway
Volkswagen Passat gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class is 7 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Passat, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes C class is 4 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
no data
650 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible