Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 41 HP more power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 100 NM more than Volvo V70. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 3.4 seconds faster.
Mercedes C klase 2011 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.
Dimensions
Length:
4.61 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.77 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.46 m
1.54 m
Mercedes C class is smaller. Mercedes C class is 21 cm shorter than the Volvo V70, 9 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes C class is 8 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
485 litres
575 litres
Volvo V70 has more luggage space. Mercedes C class has 90 litres less trunk space than the Volvo V70.
Turning diameter:
10.8 meters
11.7 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.9 metres less than that of the Volvo V70, which means Mercedes C class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo V70 has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably slightly better
