Mercedes C class 2021 vs Mazda 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 Hybrid | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Hybrid engines (Mercedes C class) offer better fuel economy and lower emissions than petrol engines, especially in city driving with frequent stops. Petrol (Mazda 3) engines, however, are typically less expensive to buy and maintain, and offer more consistent performance on highways. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 204 HP | 186 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 18 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 80 NM more than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Consumption: | 0.8 l/100km + 20.2 kWh/100km | 5.7 l/100km | |
| Fuel cost per 100km: | 7.50 € | 10.50 € | |
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Change fuel prices per unit to adjust the calculation to the fuel prices in your country. Petrol€/lElectricity€/kWh | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 51 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | no data | 890 km in combined cycle | |
| 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 (Mazda 3) 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. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 97 mm (3.8 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 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 Mazda 3 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of Mazda 3 2019 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.75 m | 4.66 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.44 m | |
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Mercedes C class is larger. Mercedes C class is 9 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 2 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes C class is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 360 litres | 450 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1138 litres | |
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Mazda 3 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mercedes C class uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.5 metres more than that of the Mazda 3, which means Mercedes C class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`615 kg | 1`959 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`005 kg | 1`394 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 610 kg | 565 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 40 000 | 14 800 | |
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