Volvo s40 or Mercedes with which is better. Volvo or Mercedes, which is better? Tips from Winner Automotive

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TEXT / ANATOLY FOMIN

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We dare to assert that the peak of popularity of these cars is ahead: after all, they will be produced for at least another five years. However, for BMW, the firm has already mapped out a slight facelift. It’s too early for the rest to engage in a “tightening” - nothing has yet become obsolete.

Let's think about prestige. Marketers have long determined what this vague, at first glance, concept depends on. It is superfluous to talk about fashion, style, quality - all this is implied. The main thing is the name of the manufacturer, brand, brand. Emblem and nameplate on the trunk. This cannot be taken away from our trinity.

The popularity of Mercedes needs no comment - these cars were unmistakably recognized on our streets decades ago. Volvos have been known since socialist times - reliable "Swedish tanks" of the 240th series were preferred by foreign diplomats. BMW also made its image in Russia in the early nineties - one of the first. This is the main reason why Audi, Lexus and SAAB did not fall under the "cap" of our test - popularity came to them later.

MEET BY CLOTHES

The latest C-Class looks like the flagship of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class range. Well, there is nothing shameful in this. On the contrary, it gives greater solidity.

Generally speaking, the "scale factor" is an important thing. Although the compact car looks like an executive car, it is not at all a reduced copy of it, and the proportions are completely different. This is true for all three test machines. "Troika" BMW resembles cars of the fifth series, "Volvo S60" is similar to S80. Whether this is good or bad is another matter. It is much more important that they do not look alike, and Volvo stands out in particular. Its originality is strongly emphasized by style elements: a “shoulder-nosed” “Swede” with an original roof shape and rear lights at first glance it is unmistakably defined as a foreigner in relation to the German "couple". Mercedes and BMW are similar in silhouette, but differ in the shape of the roof pillars, headlights, and lanterns. They are unmistakably recognized in the "face", but when viewed from the side, the individuality is not so bright - the related layout and aerodynamics dictate their own rules. One way or another, each of the cars demonstrates a moderately fashionable style, "national identity" and excellent work of designers.

And not only designers - build quality and coloring at stratospheric heights. Although, if you arm yourself with a magnifying glass and a ruler, you will have to challenge the championship. BMW and Volvo have flawless paintwork, but there are slight mismatches in body panels and uneven cracks. At the Mercedes perfect body in some places there is a light shagreen, shown by a dark purple tint of paint.

GOOD SALON…

EYE PLEASANT

And not only. It is pleasant to spend time both behind the wheel and on passenger seat. Although the size and purpose of our “guinea pigs” make us consider them primarily driver’s cars, the comfort of passengers is also important. The leader in cabin size is Volvo. On the front seats it has enough space even very tall people, very spacious in width. Minor minus - the driver's right foot touches the center console. Combined upholstery(leather + fabric) with bright inserts on the seats and doors makes the Volvo salon the warmest and most "home" of the competitors. At the same time, soft, but effective lateral support on driving position goes well with "non-slip" upholstery material.

Let's look into the trunks, because there should be enough space so that suitcases and bags do not interfere with enjoying the silence and comfort of the cabin. The leader is again a "Swede" - his trunk is larger and more comfortable than that of the "Germans", and in addition, it is transformed thanks to the seatback folding in parts. "Mercedes" - the second, "Bavarian", alas, the last.

ENGINEERING

It’s probably not worth reminding that Mercedes and BMW are classic-style cars, and Volvo is front-wheel drive. The power of all motors is almost equal, but the designs differ markedly. Under the hood of the Mercedes there are only four cylinders and two liters of displacement, but there is no lack of power - the drive compressor allows you to achieve torque and power characteristics comparable to the 2.5-liter "six". There is also an option with a naturally aspirated "six" 2.6 l, but according to customs conditions, a supercharged car is more profitable. Volvo has a transverse five-cylinder engine with 2.4 liters of working volume, BMW has a classic in-line six with a volume of only 2.2 liters, but it is only slightly inferior in terms of torque.

But with the pendants, there is complete unanimity. Front - MacPherson struts, rear - complex "multi-links". Apparently this is the most good way combine decent comfort and excellent handling. Having experimented a lot with the double wishbone front suspension on the previous generation compact machines, "Mercedes" essentially returned to the "one hundred and ninety" scheme, exchanging "excessive" comfort for demonstrative sportiness.

However, in no car you will have to rely solely on the chassis - everywhere electronics help the driver to curb the car. The most "advanced" ESP system on Mercedes, simpler ones on BMW and Volvo; however, front wheel drive car less need for an electronic "knot". And, of course, the extreme reserve - passive safety. Each car has at least six pillows. Volvo and Mercedes offer inflatable "curtains" in the event of a side impact or rollover; on BMWs, a "white Bavarian sausage" is hidden in the front pillars, as the German colleagues dubbed an oblong airbag for the head.

FAST AND SMOOTH

That's the way it should move nice car. Excellent dynamics, brakes and handling. Plus low level noise and suspension comfort. Who do we start with?

The question is not in the car, but in its customer. What will prevail: rationalism, family demands or driving pleasure?

The current BMW Series 3 has been produced since 1998 with sedan, coupe, convertible and station wagon (touring) bodies. The hatchback (2001) is structurally very different and is not officially supplied to Russia. Choice of petrol engines from 1.9 to 3.4 liters (77–252 kW), diesel engines from 2.0 to 2.9 liters (100–135 kW). Almost all motors are compatible with automatic transmission gears, some with all-wheel drive. In Russia, according to the most favorable price offer rear-wheel drive BMW-318i and 320i, assembled in Kaliningrad.

" Volvo S60"Debuted in 2000, becoming the heir to the S70 and 850 models. Presented only in the guise of a sedan. Petrol five-cylinder engines with or without turbocharging, from 2.0 to 2.4 liters (103-184 kW) can be offered with both mechanical and automatic transmission. Drive - to the front wheels.

Mercedes-Benz C-class - completely new model 2000. The third in fact, but formally the second generation compact cars firms. The choice of the buyer - a sedan, station wagon and hatchback (sport coupe). A set of gasoline engines from 2.0 to 3.2 liters with a drive compressor (95-260 kW). Turbocharged diesel engines are also offered, with a displacement of 2.1 to 2.7 liters (85–125 kW). All variants of the car can have an automatic transmission, some - only automatic. Drive only for rear wheels.

How many cylinders should there be? Six like a BMW, five like a Volvo, or four like a Mercedes? In essence, this is not important - the level of noise and vibration isolation makes the differences minimal, and the characteristics of the motors are very close.

And Volvo could not fail to please lovers of station wagon-style bodies. And if the public has already got used to the universal from Volvo, since it appeared about four months ago, then the Mercedes is still too new and strikingly attractive.

Entering into competition with the Audi A6 Avant and Jaguar XF Sportback, these two prestigious station wagons pursue one goal, to attract as many adherents as possible, but each goes their own way.

Capacity, who is cooler? Mercedes-Benz vs Volvo. Winner - Mercedes

The wagon is, of course, primarily versatility. Compared with a sedan, the buyer acquires not only a unique appearance, but also significantly increased capacity. offers 670 liters of extra volume with raised backrests rear seats and 1,820 liters when folded, which is 25 liters less than the predecessor model in five-seat configuration and 135 more when fully loaded compared to its predecessor.

The Swedish rival loses points in this competition, 560 liters luggage compartment unfold up to 1.526 liters of maximum volume. It seems like a good result, average in class, but it is difficult to compete against the German Volvo. However, it is worth stating the fact that the V90 lost ground in terms of roominess, even compared to its predecessor, the V70, which had a boot volume of 633/1.600 liters, respectively.

The appearance of the German and Swedish station wagons

Both station wagons are equally attractive and in each of them one or another school of design is equally well visible. Mercedes consists of smooth and refined lines, while Volvo appears before us as a refined and purposeful car.

Arguing about which style of these two cars is better is, of course, stupid, everyone will find beauty in both designs. Just take a look at the pictures and let each of us decide in our own way, answering the question at the beginning of the news: “Which station wagon is more beautiful, from Mercedes or from?”

Security technologies. Winner - Volvo

Both brands are known for taking safety and technology seriously. But Volvo nevertheless has certain advantages in terms of car safety.

based on the latest sedan The S90 inherited a long list of technologies to protect passengers, drivers and even pedestrians. Volvo claims to have the most advanced list on their car standard equipment security system, which includes: detection of large animals, road departure warning function, car lane keeping system and lane departure warning function (if crossing occurs without turning on the turn signal), save function safe distance, adaptive cruise control and so on and so forth. Including a driver warning system in case of fatigue and a semi-autonomous autopilot Pilot Assist II. The list is so large that it would take a single A4 sheet to list them all.

The systems in Mercedes are no less intriguing. The most interesting of them: depending on the version of the E-Class, it can be purchased with drive system Pilot, which allows the car to safely follow the vehicle in front and helps the driver when changing lanes by connecting the radars and cameras installed on the car to the maneuver. In addition, the package includes Active Brake Assist with Cross Traffic.

The Mercedes-Benz station wagon is equipped with the Air Body Control air suspension control system and the Car-to-X-Communication system (a network through which Mercedes cars can “communicate” with each other).

Volvo and Mercedes engines Draw

Those who are interested in new Volvo V90 can choose from five different power units, two petrol, two diesel and one hybrid option. The power of the engines was distributed in the range from 187 to 401 hp. With. If the choice falls on the E-class, four petrol engines and three diesel engines will be offered at the beginning of the production cycle, with a capacity between 150 hp and 150 hp. With. and 401 l. With. A little bit later the lineup will be replenished with the top E63 model and the V90 variant.

Audi, BMW and Mercedes are the first things that come to mind when you hear the word "premium". And they are the leaders in sales statistics. luxury models middle class. However, some do not like to drive common cars. For those who prefer individuality, we dare to offer two competitors - a luxury Nissan in face of Infiniti Q50 and Swedish Volvo S60. The first one seduces attractive appearance, the second - legendary security. Let's try to understand how they differ from the Mercedes C-class.

Infiniti - the smell of sports

Cross-eyed, so you can call the Infiniti Q50. And the point is not in the Japanese ancestry, but in the headlights with LEDs. Infiniti Q50 next to Mercedes-Benz and Volvo, looks like a hero from a completely different world. Like it's a kind of practical sports coupe. You involuntarily remember about sports when you look inside. Heavily profiled seats, thick and not very big steering wheel, large metal paddle shifters for gear selection, and a tight layout of the driver's seat. All this does not correlate with the luxurious image of the “devourer” of kilometers.

We sit inside. Driving position is quite low. I want to quickly press the engine start button and hear the roar from under the hood. And now the engine is running, but there is no roar. The thing is that a 4-cylinder 2-liter gasoline works under the hood of the Q50. motor mercedes. The Japanese borrowed from the Germans and a 7-speed automatic. However, the absence of a monster under the hood does not mean that Infiniti lacks "sparkle". 211 HP spin the rear wheels at a pace that allows you to reach 100 km / h in 7.6 seconds. On winter tires and not in the most favorable conditions, the factory metering was beaten in an instant - 7.2 seconds to 100 km / h. The maximum torque exchange is available from 1250 rpm. Lack of power reserve for overtaking is out of the question.

In the list of advantages, an innovative solution is a steering system without a direct connection to the steering gearbox. Sensors register the movement of the steering wheel and transmit information to the electric motor about the required angle of rotation of the wheels. Thanks to this scheme, vibrations from the wheels are not transmitted to the steering wheel. Steering wheel does not flinch either in the pits or on the paving stones.

You can choose the optimal resistance on the steering wheel yourself. IN sport mode have to apply good effort. It is worth noting that if you want to squeeze the maximum out of the Q50 on winding paths, there is an acute shortage of information about what is happening under the wheels. But these are nitpicks, for everyday conditions steering Wonderful.

Infiniti's suspension is sporty (read stiff). Therefore, all the bumps that you do not feel on the steering wheel, you feel good on your spine. The situation is aggravated by 19-inch wheel disks With low profile tires Falkeny.

Another reason for complaints is the rear sofa, designed for three people. The high central tunnel limits the legroom of the average passenger. If the person sitting in front lowers the seat cushion as much as possible, then there will be nowhere to attach the feet. Behind comfortably only two. But you can take a lot of luggage with you - the capacity of the "case" is 500 liters. You just need to be aware of the narrow boot opening and think about the order in which packages are installed - luggage compartment narrows strongly towards the rear, giving way to wheel arches.

Volvo - without unnecessary emotions

Volvo S60 is difficult to describe in one word. If Infiniti looks sporty and Mercedes looks elegant, then Volvo is somewhere on the sidelines. He is, to put it mildly, very neutral. Neither sporty nor graceful. Simple. Such a large piece of iron without memorable stylistic elements.

Volvo front panel with large touch screen multimedia center still rests on a fancy stand. Over the years, the buttons and knobs on the center console have remained virtually unchanged. As for the buttons, there are too many of them, but each of them has its own purpose, which is quite easy to remember. But there is no need to search for the desired function to climb through all the menus. Everything is simple and practical, as you would expect from a car from Sweden. In general, the interior looks quite archaic, although the quality of materials and assembly is respected. The predominance of content over form is a worthy advantage.

Another plus is the 2 liter Gas engine turbocharged 245 hp In combination with an 8-speed automatic transmission, it showed best result in a sprint to a hundred. Volvo S60 is almost a second faster than its competitors.

One has only to press the gas harder, and the electronics immediately begin to “calm down” the front wheels, which, from an excess of traction, begin to lose contact with the ground. Volvo is very dynamic, but not sporty. The desire to "play" with the car negates the suspension, which behaves ambiguously. For sports driving it's too soft, too loud for comfort, and doesn't absorb road bumps well enough. Nevertheless, the element of the Swedish sedan is calm and unhurried movement. However, 245 "horses" under the hood do not give rest. Although, on the other hand, the high-mounted driver's seat, which does not allow itself to be lowered as low as in the Q50 or C200, hints that this car was not created for sports races.

Long distance travel is not to your liking. rear passengers. The shortest wheelbase in the test means a minimum of legroom. The trunk is also the most modest in the test.

Mercedes leaves no chance

If looking at the new mercedes c-class, you see perfect car for a calm family man, then you are right. But not because Mercedes is boring. It's just beautiful, very versatile and suitable for everyone. However, the C200 is not without exclusivity.

Inside, in a perfectly adjusted and well soundproofed German salon, without a doubt, the most comfortable. The 2-litre petrol engine responds gently to gas. But it’s worth stepping on the right pedal harder, and the machine drops several gears in an instant, and the sedan shoots forward. The Mercedes C200 is significantly inferior in dynamics to the more powerful and heavier Infiniti Q50.

The Mercedes suspension, although tuned quite tightly, effectively absorbs shocks. The perfectly balanced chassis of the German allows you to feel as confident as possible regardless of the conditions and quality of the coating. But if you need more drive, look for it in Infiniti.

Nevertheless, with all the advantages of the Mercedes C-class, the price quickly comes to life - from 1,690,000 rubles. This is the cost base sedan, and the list of options can compete in length with the phone book. Just a few mouse clicks in the configurator on the official website, and you have already overshot the price of the top versions of both competitors. Surcharges will require a folding rear sofa, rain sensor, fuel tank with an increased volume of 66 liters, a spectacular interior with LED backlight. But even despite the tidy sum needed to at least catch up with the level of equipment of competitors, Mercedes is worthy of attention. After all, he knows how to do everything that competitors are capable of doing even better.

So, if you expect as many benefits from a car as possible, then bet on the Mercedes C200. The daring Infiniti Q50 will suit those who need a dose of adrenaline and want to emphasize their individuality. Fast Volvo S60 - for those who travel a lot good roads and prefers not to stand out.

Specifications of tested vehicles

Options	MercedesC2002. 0	Infiniti Q50 2.0T AT Sport	Volvo S60 T5 DRIVE-E SUMMUM
Are common
Engine type / number of cylinders	Gasoline, R4	Gasoline, R4	Gasoline, R4
Engine power, h.p.	184 HP	211 HP	245 HP
At revolutions (rpm)	5500 rpm	5500 rpm	5600 rpm
Displacement cm3	1991 cm3	1991 cm3	1969 cm3
Maximum torque (Nm)	300 Nm	350 Nm	350 Nm
At revolutions (rpm)	1200-4000 rpm	1250-3500 rpm	1500-4800 rpm
Drive unit; Transmission		rear; 7-speed automatic	front; 8-speed automatic
Length / width / height (mm)	4686/1810/1442 mm	4790/1820/1445 mm	4635/1899/1484 mm
Wheelbase (mm)	2840	2850 mm	2776 mm
Turning diameter right / left (m)	11,2 / 11,2	11.4 / 11.4 m	11.5 / 11.5 m
Fuel tank (l)	41 or 66 l	80 l	67.5 l
Curb weight (kg)	1465 kg	1692 kg	1557 kg
565 kg	473 kg	513 kg
Trunk volume (l)	480 l	500 l	380 l
Internal dimensions / front / rear (mm)	1454/1462 mm	1470/1470 mm	1447/1401 mm
CO2 (limit) g/km	128 g/km	151 g/km	139 g/km
Economy	Euro 6	Euro 6	Euro 6
Dynamics
0-30 km/h (s)
0-50 km/h (s)
0-80 km/h (s)
0-100 km/h (s)
0-120 km/h (s)	11.6	11,5
0-130 km/h (s)	13,6	13,2	10,7
0-140 km/h (s)	15,5	15,7	12,8
0-160 km/h (s)	20,5	19,7	16,7
Max speed (km/h)	233 km/h	245 km/h	230 km/h
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Fuel consumption according to NEDC standard (city) l / 100 km	7.0 l / 100 km	8.8 l / 100 km	8.3 l / 100 km
Fuel consumption according to NEDC standard (outside the city) l / 100 km	4.6 l / 100 km	5.2 l / 100 km	4.7 l / 100 km
Fuel consumption according to NEDC standard (average) l / 100 km	5.5 l / 100 km	6.5 l / 100 km	6.0 l / 100 km
Minimum fuel consumption (l / 100 km)	6.2 l / 100 km	6.4 l / 100 km	6.5 l / 100 km
Maximum (l / 100 km)	9.2 l / 100 km	10.5 l / 100 km	11.0 l / 100 km
Under test conditions (l / 100 km)	7.5 l / 100 km	8.3 l / 100 km	8.9 l / 100 km
Power reserve (km)	546 km	963 km	758 km
Speed ​​indicator error (KM/H)
at 50 km/h	48 km/h	46 km/h	48 km/h
at 100 km / h	97 km/h	92 km/h	97 km/h
at 140 km / h	137 km/h	131 km/h	138 km/h
BRAKING DISTANCE (M)
100 km/h cold brakes (no load) (m)	41.5 m	41.2 m	42.0 m
100 km/h hot brakes (no load) (m)	42.0 m	41.6 m	42.1 m

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