2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | C | XC70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |