Comparison Mercedes-Benz C-class T-modell (S203, facelift 2004) C 280 (231 Hp) 7G-TRONIC & Mercedes-Benz A-class (W176) A 160 CDI (90 Hp)
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| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | C-class | A-class |
| Generation: | C-class T-modell (S203, facelift 2004) | A-class (W176) |
| Engine / modification: | C 280 (231 Hp) 7G-TRONIC | A 160 CDI (90 Hp) |
| Production start: | 2005 year | 2013 year |
| Production end: | 2007 year | 2015 year |
| Coupe type: | Combi | Hatchback |
| Num. of Doors: | 5 | 5 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 14 l/100 km | 4.7-4.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 7.9 l/100 km | 3.6-3.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 4.0-3.8 l/100 km | |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Diesel |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.31 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 62 l | 50 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 | Euro 5 |
| CO2 emissions: | 105-98 g/km | |
| Power: | 231 hp | 90 hp |
| Max power in: | 6000 rpm. | 2750-4000 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 241 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.5 sec | 13.8 sec |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 2500-5000 rpm. | 240 Nm @ 1700-2500 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | M 272.940 | OM 607 DE 15 LA |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, transverse |
| Engine displacement: | 2996 cm3 | 1461 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l | |
| Coolant: | 7 l | |
| Fuel System: | Multi-point injection | Diesel Commonrail |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbo / Intercooler (Turbocharging / Intercooler) | |
| Position of cylinders: | V engine | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 11.3 | 15.5 |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.1 mm | |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm | |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Front wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 7 | |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | |
| Length: | 4541 mm | 4292 mm |
| Width: | 1728 mm | 1780 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1980 mm | |
| Height: | 1466 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2715 mm | 2699 mm |
| Front track: | 1505 mm | 1553 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1476 mm | 1552 mm |
| Front overhang: | 755 mm | |
| Rear overhang: | 1071 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 470 l | 341 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 1384 l | 1157 l |
| Front suspension: | The depreciated rack | McPherson |
| Rear suspension: | Transverse stabilizer | Trailing |
| Max weight: | 2110 kg | 1960 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Disc | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1510 kg | 1395 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Electric Steering |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.76 m | 11 m |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1800 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg | |
| Tire size: | 205/55 R 16 V | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size: | 7 J x 16 H 2 | R15 |