2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 7 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | C | Camaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |