2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 368 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | C | Stavic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |