2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model C S
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 7.3 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 1695 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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