2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 6 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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 115 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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 | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | C | Aventador |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
