2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Holden Caprice
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 196 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm). This means 2006 Holden Caprice 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 | 2006 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | C | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
