Mercedes C class 2013 vs Renault Megane 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 1.5 Diesel | |
| 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: | 170 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 220 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 80 HP more power than Renault Megane, whereas torque is 180 NM more than Renault Megane. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 5.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 3.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.3 l/100km | 5.7 l/100km | |
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The Renault Megane is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes C class consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Renault Megane, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes C class could require 120 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes C class consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Renault Megane. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 41 litres | 49 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 910 km in combined cycle | 1320 km in combined cycle | |
| 1050 km on highway | 1440 km on highway | ||
| 650 km with real consumption | 850 km with real consumption | ||
| Renault Megane 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 (Renault Megane) 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: | 16 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes A klase | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Dacia Duster | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Megane might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mercedes C class engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Mercedes C klase 2013 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. Renault Megane 2016 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Renault Megane 2016 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.63 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class is 5 cm longer than the Renault Megane, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 550 litres | |
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Renault Megane has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mercedes C class has 70 litres less trunk space than the Renault Megane. 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: | 11.22 meters | 11.3 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.08 metres less than that of the Renault Megane. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`135 | 1`852 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Renault Megane has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mercedes C class has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Renault Megane, so Renault Megane quality is probably slightly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 27 200 | 10 800 | |
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