2011 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. Both 2011 Mercedes-Benz C and 2012 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 228 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, both vehicles can yield 299 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4592 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
