Mercedes C class 2011 vs Mazda 3 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 204 HP | 165 HP | |
| Torque: | 310 NM | 210 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 39 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 100 NM more than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 6.2 | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes C class consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes C class could require 105 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres | 51 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 820 km in combined cycle | |
| 1150 km on highway | 1060 km on highway | ||
| 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 (Mazda 3) 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 | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mazda 3 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes SLK | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda MX-5, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 3 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mazda 3 2013 2.0 engine: This engine is not well-suited for low-quality fuel, as it quickly clogs the fuel system. The use of substandard fuel often leads to the failure of expensive ignition coils, resulting in significant repair ... More about Mazda 3 2013 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.59 m | 4.59 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class and Mazda 3 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 475 litres | 419 litres | |
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Mercedes C class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes C class has 56 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. | |||
| 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 Mazda 3. | |||
| 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: | 2`020 kg | 1`815 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`505 kg | 1`220 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 515 kg | 595 kg | |
| Mercedes C class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 16 procentiem less than Mazda 3. Therefore, Mazda 3 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | |||
| Mazda 3 is better rated in child safety tests. The Mercedes C class scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | high | average | |
| Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mazda 3 has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 14 000 | 11 800 | |
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