Tesla Model 3 2020 vs Mercedes C class 2021
| Comparing electrical vehicle (EV) with combustion engine (ICE) one is a complex task, but we are doing our best. | |||
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | Electric | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 325 HP | 265 HP | |
| Torque: | 420 NM | 550 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds | |
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Tesla Model 3 is more dynamic to drive. Tesla Model 3 engine produces 60 HP more power than Mercedes C class, but torque is 130 NM less than Mercedes C class. Thanks to more power Tesla Model 3 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Consumption: | 5.6 l/100km | ||
| Range per fill-up: | 448 km in combined cycle | 890 km in combined cycle | |
| Mercedes C class gets more mileage from one tank of fuel or charge. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 97 mm (3.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Tesla Model 3 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Tesla Model 3 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from three 4x4 versions of Tesla Model 3 2020 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.75 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Tesla Model 3 is 6 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, 3 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 649 litres | 455 litres | |
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Tesla Model 3 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, 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: | 11.6 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Tesla Model 3 is 1 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class, which means Tesla Model 3 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`060 kg | 2`380 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`655 kg | 1`700 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 405 kg | 680 kg | |
| Tesla Model 3 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 68 procentiem less than Mercedes C class. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 24 800 | 38 600 | |
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