Mercedes C class 2007 vs Mercedes C class 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 120 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class 2007 is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class 2007 engine produces 50 HP more power than Mercedes C class 2011, whereas torque is 100 NM more than Mercedes C class 2011. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class 2007 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 | 5.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.0 l/100km | 6.2 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes C class 2011 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes C class 2007 consumes 1.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class 2011, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes C class 2007 could require 255 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes C class 2007 consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class 2011. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 860 km in combined cycle | 1290 km in combined cycle | |
| 1110 km on highway | 1460 km on highway | ||
| 840 km with real consumption | 1060 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes C class 2011 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Mercedes E klase | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | |
| 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 2011 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| 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: | 4.60 m | 4.61 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.46 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class 2007 is 1 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class 2011, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 485 litres | 485 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1500 litres | 1500 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`205 kg | 2`185 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`590 kg | 1`645 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 615 kg | 540 kg | |
| Mercedes C class 2007 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 12 procentiem more than Mercedes C class 2011. Therefore, Mercedes C class 2007 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 4000 | 6800 | |
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