2001 Acura TL vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
When comparing the 2001 Acura TL's and the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Acura TL has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2001 Acura TL's and the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Acura TL is a better car than the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
2001 Acura TL vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Pricing
A used 2001 Acura TL ranges from $1,999 to $8,217 while a used 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced between $2,501 to $9,995.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2001 Acura TL’s base engine makes 225 horsepower, and the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class base engine makes 168 horsepower. The TL is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 400 miles. This gives the 2001 Acura TL the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1999 - 8217
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2501 - 9995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.467992
Acura TL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.890663 / 10
Reliability:
8.171991 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TL Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2001 Acura TL Trim Levels
3.2
2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
C 240, C 320
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
225 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
216 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
168 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 27 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
289 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
256 / 400 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3483 lbs
Width:
70.3 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
192.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3360 lbs
Width:
68 inches
Height:
55.2 inches
Length:
178.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16