2009 Lada 111 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Lada 111 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada 111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 111. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada 111 has manual transmission. 2009 Lada 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 111 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 111 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
