Mercedes C class 2011 vs Volvo V60 2010
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.4 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 136 HP | 205 HP | |
| Torque: | 360 NM | 420 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds | |
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Volvo V60 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes C class engine produces 69 HP less power than Volvo V60, whereas torque is 60 NM less than Volvo V60. Due to the lower power, Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.8 | 6.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.0 l/100km | 8.1 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes C class consumes 2.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V60, which means that by driving the Mercedes C class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 315 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes C class consumes 2.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V60. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 67 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1370 km in combined cycle | 970 km in combined cycle | |
| 1600 km on highway | 1240 km on highway | ||
| 1100 km with real consumption | 820 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) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| 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: | 4.61 m | 4.63 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.48 m | |
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Mercedes C class is smaller. Mercedes C class is 2 cm shorter than the Volvo V60, 10 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes C class is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 485 litres | 430 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1500 litres | no data | |
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Mercedes C class has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The Volvo V60 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.7 metres less than that of the Volvo V60, which means Mercedes C class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`155 kg | 2`200 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`615 kg | 1`680 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 540 kg | 520 kg | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volvo V60 scores higher in safety tests. The Volvo V60 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | above average | average | |
| Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo V60 has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 6600 | 5600 | |
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