Mercedes C class 2013 vs Volvo S60 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.0 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: | 204 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 14 HP more power than Volvo S60, whereas torque is 100 NM more than Volvo S60. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.0 | 4.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.8 l/100km | 7.1 l/100km | |
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By specification Mercedes C class consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S60, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes C class could require 105 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mercedes C class consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S60. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 67 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1320 km in combined cycle | 1550 km in combined cycle | |
| 1490 km on highway | 1810 km on highway | ||
| 970 km with real consumption | 940 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) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes A klase | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Volvo XC90, Volvo V40, Volvo XC60, Volvo V60, Volvo XC40 | |
| 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 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. Volvo S60 2015 2.0 engine: The Volvo D4204T14 is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel from the VEA engine family, equipped with a twin-turbo setup and producing around 190 hp. It is a modern and efficient engine designed for good fuel economy and strong performance. When properly maintained, it can reach roughly ... More about Volvo S60 2015 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.63 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | no data | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.48 m | |
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 380 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1749 litres | |
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Mercedes C class has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Mercedes C class has 100 litres more trunk space than the Volvo S60. The Volvo S60 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| 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 Volvo S60. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`225 | 2`060 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | average | |
| Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo S60 has serious deffects in 105 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 27 200 | 11 000 | |
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