Volkswagen Passat 2014 vs Mercedes C class 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 180 HP | 156 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Passat is more dynamic to drive. Volkswagen Passat engine produces 24 HP more power than Mercedes C class, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Volkswagen Passat reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.5 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 41 litres | |
| 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 (Volkswagen Passat) 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. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 92 mm (3.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.77 m | 4.69 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volkswagen Passat is 8 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, width is practically the same , while the height of Volkswagen Passat is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 586 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1152 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight: | 2`030 kg | 2`040 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`480 kg | 1`385 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 550 kg | 655 kg | |
| Volkswagen Passat load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 19 procentiem less than Mercedes C class. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 14 000 | 24 200 | |
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