2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 508 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | C | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |