Mercedes C class 2007 vs Chevrolet Lacetti 2005
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| 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: | 156 HP | 109 HP | |
| Torque: | 230 NM | 150 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 47 HP more power than Chevrolet Lacetti, whereas torque is 80 NM more than Chevrolet Lacetti. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 | 10.4 | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes C class consumes 2.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Chevrolet Lacetti, which means that by driving the Mercedes C class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 330 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 800 km in combined cycle | 570 km in combined cycle | |
| 1030 km on highway | 930 km on highway | ||
| 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 (Chevrolet Lacetti) 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 | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes CLK, Mercedes SLK | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Chevrolet Aveo, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Nubira | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Mercedes C klase 2007 1.8 engine: The most notable issue with this engine is the sticking of exhaust valves due to carbon buildup. Another significant problem is the unreliable timing chain, which can stretch by 100,000 km. Early symptoms of a ... More about Mercedes C klase 2007 1.8 engine Chevrolet Lacetti 2005 1.6 engine: Durable, easy to repair, long-lasting engine, not very demanding on fuel quality. Engine often leaks oil, which tends to cause other problems. The EGR valve can also cause problems, and many users choose to ... More about Chevrolet Lacetti 2005 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.60 m | 4.58 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.46 m | |
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Mercedes C class is larger, but slightly lower. Mercedes C class is 2 cm longer than the Chevrolet Lacetti, 5 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 485 litres | 1410 litres | |
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Chevrolet Lacetti has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mercedes C class has 925 litres less trunk space than the Chevrolet Lacetti. 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 | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`765 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 4400 | 1600 | |
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