2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 855 kg more than 2012 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | C | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |