2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 69 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
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 Volvo V50, 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 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | C | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
