Mercedes C class 2007 vs Mercedes C class 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 224 HP | 231 HP | |
| Torque: | 510 NM | 540 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class 2011 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes C class 2007 engine produces 7 HP less power than Mercedes C class 2011, whereas torque is 30 NM less than Mercedes C class 2011. Due to the lower power, Mercedes C class 2007 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 | 7.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.5 l/100km | 8.8 l/100km | |
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By specification Mercedes C class 2007 consumes 0.3 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 45 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mercedes C class 2007 consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class 2011. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 890 km in combined cycle | |
| 1040 km on highway | 1030 km on highway | ||
| 770 km with real consumption | 740 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 21 years | 21 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes G klase | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes S 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 2007 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes C klase 2007 3.0 engine: A reliable yet dynamic engine. Frequent oil leaks, engine crankcase ventilation problems. Mercedes C klase 2011 3.0 engine: The Mercedes-Benz OM642 is a 3.0-liter V6 diesel widely used in many models under the 3.0 CDI or 350 CDI designation. It is known for strong performance and good durability when maintained properly, and well-kept engines are capable of exceeding 500,000 km. At the same time, the unit has several characteristic weak ... More about Mercedes C klase 2011 3.0 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: | no data | 2`325 kg | |
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| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 4000 | 6800 | |
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