2005 Lada 112 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Lada 112 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Lada 112. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2005 Lada 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lada 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 112. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 112. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada 112 has manual transmission. 2005 Lada 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 112 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 112 | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
