2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 207 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | C | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 66 L |
