2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
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 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | C | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |