Skoda Octavia 2019 vs Mercedes C class 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is a more dynamic driving. Skoda Octavia engine produces 20 HP less power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 150 NM less than Mercedes C class. Due to the lower power, Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.4 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres | 41 litres | |
| 660 km with real consumption | 650 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Skoda Octavia) 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 | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Audi A3, Skoda Superb, Audi Q3, Audi A1, Skoda Scala | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes A klase | |
| 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.70 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.46 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Skoda Octavia is 1 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, 2 cm wider, while the height of Skoda Octavia is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 640 litres | 490 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1700 litres | no data | |
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Skoda Octavia has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Skoda Octavia has 150 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes C class. The Mercedes C class may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 0.8 metres less than that of the Mercedes C class, which means Skoda Octavia can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`190 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Skoda Octavia scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 23 000 | 19 200 | |
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