2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (363 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 737 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | C | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 34 L |
