2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 7 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Venza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |