Mercedes C class 2013 vs Volkswagen Golf 2017
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 1.4 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mercedes C class) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Volkswagen Golf) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 204 HP | 125 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 NM | 200 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 79 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 300 NM more than Volkswagen Golf. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 5.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.8 l/100km | 6.3 l/100km | |
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By specification Mercedes C class consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that by driving the Mercedes C class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 135 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mercedes C class consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1460 km in combined cycle | 920 km in combined cycle | |
| 1690 km on highway | 1110 km on highway | ||
| 970 km with real consumption | 790 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes C class 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 (Volkswagen Golf) 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 12 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 Volkswagen Passat, Skoda Superb, Seat Leon, Audi A1 | |
| 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 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. Volkswagen Golf 2017 1.4 engine: The engine is reliable, however, owners frequently report excessive oil consumption, which is usually linked to piston ring issues. Loss of power is another common complaint. It's advised against maintaining ... More about Volkswagen Golf 2017 1.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.70 m | 4.57 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.52 m | |
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Mercedes C class is larger, but lower. Mercedes C class is 14 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 1 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes C class is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 490 litres | 605 litres | |
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Volkswagen Golf has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mercedes C class has 115 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. 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: | 11.2 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`235 | 1`850 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volkswagen Golf is better rated in child safety tests. The Volkswagen Golf scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Golf has serious deffects in 50 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 15 200 | 18 600 | |
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