2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 19 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Aventador.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador (690 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Aventador 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 | 2013 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | C | Aventador |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2596 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 690 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
