Mercedes C class 2011 vs Toyota Auris 2013
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 1.4 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 136 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 360 NM | 205 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 46 HP more power than Toyota Auris, whereas torque is 155 NM more than Toyota Auris. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.8 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 50 litres | |
| 1100 km with real consumption | 960 km with real consumption | ||
| 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 (Toyota Auris) 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: | 390'000 km | 300'000 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 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Toyota Corolla, Toyota Yaris, Toyota iQ | |
| 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. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mercedes C class engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| 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 Toyota Auris 2013 1.4 engine: Toyota introduced this 1.4-liter turbocharged diesel engine in 2001, and production continued until 2017. It features a Bosch Common Rail fuel injection system, initially equipped with electromagnetic injectors until 2008. These were later replaced by non-repairable ... More about Toyota Auris 2013 1.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.61 m | 4.56 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.46 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class is 5 cm longer than the Toyota Auris, 1 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 485 litres | 530 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1500 litres | no data | |
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Toyota Auris 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: | 10.8 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.4 metres more than that of the Toyota Auris, which means Mercedes C class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`155 kg | 1`195 kg | |
| Safety: | |||
| Toyota Auris is better rated in child safety tests. The Mercedes C class scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | high | high | |
| Mercedes C class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Toyota Auris, so Mercedes C class quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 6800 | 7600 | |
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