2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | C | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |