2012 Buick Verano vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano 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. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Verano | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Verano | C |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
