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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 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 155 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 (530 Nm @ 280 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 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 | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 280 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
