2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (242 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 130 kg more 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 88 L |