Volvo V50 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes C class engine produces 7 HP more power than Volvo V50, but torque is 25 NM less than Volvo V50. Despite the higher power, Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.7
5.7
The Volvo V50 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes C class consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V50, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes C class could require 150 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
62 litres
55 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
920 km in combined cycle
960 km in combined cycle
1140 km on highway
1190 km on highway
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo V50) 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.
Dimensions
Length:
4.54 m
4.51 m
Width:
1.73 m
1.77 m
Height:
1.46 m
1.45 m
Mercedes C class is 3 cm longer than the Volvo V50, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes C class is 1 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
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417 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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1307 litres
Turning diameter:
10.8 meters
10.6 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.2 metres more than that of the Volvo V50.
