Volvo S60 2004 vs Mercedes C class 2005
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 300 HP | 204 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 245 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds | |
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Volvo S60 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo S60 engine produces 96 HP more power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 155 NM more than Mercedes C class. Thanks to more power Volvo S60 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.0 | 9.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.2 l/100km | 9.5 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo S60 consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo S60 could require 105 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo S60 consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 680 km in combined cycle | 660 km in combined cycle | |
| 660 km with real consumption | 650 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
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Volvo S60 has 4x4: It has Haldex (Generation II up to 2006 and Generation III from 2007) type automatic all wheel drive. In normal driving conditions torque distribution is 90% to front wheels and 10% to rear. If wheel spin is detected system locks multi-plate and torque is distributed between the axles evenly (50% to 50%). | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes C class engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 4 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Volvo V70 | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Mercedes C class engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.58 m | 4.53 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.43 m | |
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Volvo S60 is larger. Volvo S60 is 5 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, 7 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 424 litres | 455 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1034 litres | no data | |
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Mercedes C class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Volvo S60 has 31 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes C class. This could mean that the Volvo S60 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 13 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo S60 is 2.2 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class, which means Volvo S60 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`100 | 1`800 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | low | |
| Volvo S60 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mercedes C class has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Volvo S60, so Volvo S60 quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2800 | 3000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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