Volkswagen Caravelle 2004 vs Mercedes C class 2011
| Body: | Minivan / MPV | Sedan | |
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.5 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 340 NM | 360 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 15.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is a more dynamic driving. Volkswagen Caravelle engine produces 6 HP less power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 20 NM less than Mercedes C class. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Caravelle reaches 100 km/h speed 6.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 | 4.9 | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volkswagen Caravelle consumes 3.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Caravelle could require 495 litres more fuel. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Volkswagen Caravelle) 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.89 m | no data | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | no data | |
| Height: | 1.95 m | no data | |
| Trunk capacity: | 1210 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.8 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 6200 | 8000 | |
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