Mercedes C class 2018 vs Volvo V60 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6 seconds | 7.9 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 55 HP more power than Volvo V60, whereas torque is 100 NM more than Volvo V60. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.6 | 4.5 | |
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The Volvo V60 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes C class consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V60, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes C class could require 165 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 41 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 730 km in combined cycle | 1220 km in combined cycle | |
| Volvo V60 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: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo V60) 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. | |||
| Volvo V60 2018 2.0 engine: The Volvo D4204T14 is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel from the VEA engine family, equipped with a twin-turbo setup and producing around 190 hp. It is a modern and efficient engine designed for good fuel economy and strong performance. When properly maintained, it can reach roughly ... More about Volvo V60 2018 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.70 m | 4.76 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class is 6 cm shorter than the Volvo V60, 1 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 529 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1364 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.3 meters | |
| Gross weight: | 2`275 kg | 2`260 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 18 000 | 22 600 | |
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