2006 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz R and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Mercedes-Benz R and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 2,987 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
