Volvo V60 2018 vs Mercedes C class 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 245 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 500 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 6 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is a more dynamic driving. Volvo V60 engine produces 55 HP less power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 100 NM less than Mercedes C class. Due to the lower power, Volvo V60 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 5.6 | |
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The Volvo V60 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo V60 consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that by driving the Volvo V60 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 165 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 41 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1220 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| Volvo V60 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 (Volvo V60) 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. | |||
| Volvo V60 2018 2.0 engine: The Volvo D4204T14 is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel from the VEA engine family, equipped with a twin-turbo setup and producing around 190 hp. It is a modern and efficient engine designed for good fuel economy and strong performance. When properly maintained, it can reach roughly ... More about Volvo V60 2018 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.76 m | 4.70 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volvo V60 is 6 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, 1 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 529 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight: | 2`260 kg | 2`275 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 23 600 | 18 200 | |
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