2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | C | XC70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2953 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |