Mercedes C class 2013 vs Mercedes C class 2011
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 120 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class 2013 is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class 2013 engine produces 50 HP more power than Mercedes C class 2011, whereas torque is 100 NM more than Mercedes C class 2011. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class 2013 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.3 | 4.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.8 l/100km | 6.1 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes C class 2013 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes C class 2013 consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class 2011, which means that by driving the Mercedes C class 2013 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes C class 2013 consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class 2011. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 41 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 950 km in combined cycle | 1370 km in combined cycle | |
| 1100 km on highway | 1600 km on highway | ||
| 700 km with real consumption | 1080 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes C class 2011 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 390'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes C class 2011 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes A klase | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes C class 2013 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes C klase 2013 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. Mercedes C klase 2011 2.1 engine: The Mercedes-Benz OM651 is a 1.8–2.2-liter diesel engine used in models such as the 180 CDI and 200 CDI. It is known for good efficiency and strong durability, and well-maintained engines often exceed 400,000–500,000 km. The design includes a cast-iron cylinder block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a combined timing drive that ... More about Mercedes C klase 2011 2.1 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.70 m | 4.61 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.46 m | |
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Mercedes C class 2013 is larger, but slightly lower. Mercedes C class 2013 is 10 cm longer than the Mercedes C class 2011, 4 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 490 litres | 485 litres | |
| Mercedes C class 2013 has 5 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes C class 2011. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes C class 2013 is 0.4 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class 2011. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`170 | 2`155 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mercedes C class 2013 is better rated in child safety tests. The Mercedes C class 2011 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 16 600 | 6000 | |
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