Volvo S60 2013 vs Mercedes C class 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 249 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 360 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7 seconds | 7.3 seconds | |
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Volvo S60 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo S60 engine produces 65 HP more power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 60 NM more than Mercedes C class. Thanks to more power Volvo S60 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.7 | 5.6 | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo S60 consumes 3.1 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 465 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 67 litres | 41 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 770 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| 1060 km on highway | 870 km on highway | ||
| Volvo S60 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
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 V proactive automatic four-wheel drive. The system analyzes input from the ABS and engine control units and can increase pressure on the multi-disc clutch for faster engagement when needed. Under normal driving conditions, the torque split is 100% front to 0% rear. If wheel spin is detected, torque can be split evenly between the axles (50%/50%). | |||
| Mercedes C klase 2013 2.0 engine: This engine is economical for its power output but has several notable weaknesses. Problems with variable valve timing regulators (phasors) are common, often requiring attention due to malfunctions. The timing ... More about Mercedes C klase 2013 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.69 m | |
| Width: | 1.87 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.44 m | |
| Volvo S60 is 6 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, 6 cm wider, while the height of Volvo S60 is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 380 litres | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1749 litres | no data | |
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Mercedes C class has more luggage space. Volvo S60 has 100 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 11.22 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo S60 is 0.08 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`150 | 2`030 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | high | |
| Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo S60 has serious deffects in 105 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 11 800 | 26 200 | |
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