Comparison Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) C 320 (218 Hp) & Mercedes-Benz A-class (W168, facelift 2001) A 170 CDI (95 Hp)
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| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | C-class | A-class |
| Generation: | C-class (W203) | A-class (W168, facelift 2001) |
| Engine / modification: | C 320 (218 Hp) | A 170 CDI (95 Hp) |
| Production start: | 2000 year | 2001 year |
| Production end: | 2004 year | 2004 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 5 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 6.3 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 4.1 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 4.9 l/100 km | |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Diesel |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.26-0.27 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 62 l | 54 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 | Euro 3 |
| Power: | 218 hp | 95 hp |
| Max power in: | 5700 rpm. | 4200 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 248 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.7 sec | 12.1 sec |
| Torque: | 308 Nm @ 3000-4800 rpm. | 180 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm. |
| Stopping distance 100 km/h - 0: | 39 m | |
| Model Engine: | M 112.946 | OM 668.942 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, transverse |
| Engine displacement: | 3199 cm3 | 1689 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l | |
| Fuel System: | Diesel Commonrail | |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6000 rpm. | |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbocharging | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC | DOHC |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 3 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 10 | 19 |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Front wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 5 | |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | 5 |
| Length: | 4526 mm | 3606 mm |
| Width: | 1728 mm | 1719 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Height: | 1427 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2715 mm | 2423 mm |
| Front track: | 1493 mm | 1503 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1464 mm | 1452 mm |
| Front overhang: | 755 mm | 602 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1056 mm | 581 mm |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 455 l | 390 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 1740 l | |
| Front suspension: | Helical spring | |
| Rear suspension: | Helical spring | |
| Max weight: | 2045 kg | 1545 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | |
| Rear brakes: | Drum | |
| Kerb Weight: | 1490 kg | 1085 kg |
| ABS: | yes | |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg | 50 kg |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.76 m | 10.75 m |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg | |
| Tire size: | 205/55 R 16 91 W | 195/50 R15 |
| Wheel rims size: | 7 J x 16 H 2 | 5.5J x 15 |