Skoda Octavia 2013 vs Mercedes C class 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 360 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds | |
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Skoda Octavia is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Octavia engine produces 14 HP more power than Mercedes C class, but torque is 40 NM less than Mercedes C class. Thanks to more power Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 4.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.1 l/100km | 6.0 l/100km | |
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By specification Skoda Octavia consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that by driving the Skoda Octavia over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Skoda Octavia consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1110 km in combined cycle | 1370 km in combined cycle | |
| 1210 km on highway | 1600 km on highway | ||
| 810 km with real consumption | 1100 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes C class 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: | 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. | |||
| 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: | 4.66 m | 4.61 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.46 m | |
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Skoda Octavia is larger. Skoda Octavia is 5 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, 4 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 610 litres | 485 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1740 litres | 1500 litres | |
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Skoda Octavia has more luggage capacity. Skoda Octavia has 125 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes C class. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Octavia (by 240 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 0.3 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`937 kg | 2`155 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`367 kg | 1`615 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 570 kg | 540 kg | |
| Safety: | |||
| Skoda Octavia is better rated in child safety tests. The Mercedes C class scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Mercedes C class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Skoda Octavia, so Mercedes C class quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 6600 | 6600 | |
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