2010 Holden Calais vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Holden Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Holden Calais would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Holden Calais (350 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Holden Calais | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | C |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
