Mercedes C class 2011 vs Toyota Corolla 2012
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 1.4 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 120 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 205 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 30 HP more power than Toyota Corolla, whereas torque is 95 NM more than Toyota Corolla. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.9 | 4.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.2 l/100km | 5.3 l/100km | |
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The Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Corolla. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1200 km in combined cycle | 1340 km in combined cycle | |
| 1370 km on highway | 1520 km on highway | ||
| 950 km with real consumption | 1030 km with real consumption | ||
| Toyota Corolla 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 (Toyota Corolla) 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. | |||
| 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: | 4.59 m | 4.62 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class is 3 cm shorter than the Toyota Corolla, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes C class is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 475 litres | 452 litres | |
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Mercedes C class has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Mercedes C class has 23 litres more trunk space than the Toyota Corolla. The Toyota Corolla may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`105 | 1`780 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Mercedes C class scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 7000 | 7600 | |
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