2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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 Pickup, 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 (240 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | C | Pickup |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1595 cc |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 132 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |