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 (Volvo V70) 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."
Performance
Power:
231 HP
304 HP
Torque:
540 NM
441 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
6.5 seconds
6.9 seconds
Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 73 HP less power than Volvo V70, but torque is 99 NM more than Volvo V70. Despite less power, Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster.
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
