2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 782 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | C | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |