Mercedes C class 2007 vs Mercedes C class 2011
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mercedes C class 2007) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes C class 2011) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 204 HP | 120 HP | |
| Torque: | 245 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class 2007 is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class 2007 engine produces 84 HP more power than Mercedes C class 2011, but torque is 55 NM less than Mercedes C class 2011. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class 2007 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 | 4.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.8 l/100km | 6.1 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 4.5 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 675 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes C class 2007 consumes 3.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class 2011. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 700 km in combined cycle | 1370 km in combined cycle | |
| 950 km on highway | 1600 km on highway | ||
| 670 km with real consumption | 1080 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 | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 380'000 km | 390'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | 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 |
1500 litres | 1500 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.84 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes C class 2007 is 0.039999999999999 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class 2011. | |||
| 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 (kg): | 2`115 | 2`155 | |
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| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 4000 | 7600 | |
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