2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan

To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 662 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz C 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
Make Mercedes-Benz Volkswagen
Model C Multivan
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2148 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 224 km/hour 159 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 18.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 2202 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 80 L


 

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