2005 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Statesman | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
