Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205)
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Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205)
C 400 (Stage 2)
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C 400 (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205)
C 400
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 3) 499 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.8 s
- Fastest top speed292 km/h181 mph
- Most powerful499 hp372 kW
- Highest torque744 Nm549 lb-ft
- Lightest1,600 kg3,527 lb
- Best power-to-weight312 hp/t233 kW/t3.2 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption8.0 L/100 km29.4 mpg US35.3 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption10.9 L/100 km21.6 mpg US25.9 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions181 g/km
- Best estimated range825 km513 mi
- Largest trunk400 L
- Best overall score78/100
- Best performance score90/100
- Best economy score85/100
- Best practicality score51/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp |
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| Power | 499hp372kW+166 hp | 433hp323kW+100 hp | 393hp293kW+60 hp | 333hp248kW |
| Torque | 744Nm549lb-ft+264 Nm | 648Nm478lb-ft+168 Nm | 586Nm432lb-ft+106 Nm | 480Nm354lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,600kg3,527lb | 1,600kg3,527lb | 1,600kg3,527lb | 1,600kg3,527lb |
| Gross weight | 2,155kg4,751lb | 2,155kg4,751lb | 2,155kg4,751lb | 2,155kg4,751lb |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Calculated | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 52.1s99% target: 289 km/h / 180 mph-15.8 s Calculated | 59.9s99% target: 287 km/h / 178 mph-8.0 s Calculated | 60.6s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-7.3 s Calculated | 67.9s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8s-1.1 s | 4.2s-0.7 s | 4.4s-0.5 s | 4.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.5s-5.7 s Calculated | 13.0s-4.3 s Calculated | 14.7s-2.5 s Calculated | 17.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.6s-1.0 s Calculated | 4.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 4.2s-0.4 s Calculated | 4.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 8L/100 km29.4mpg US35.3mpg UK | 8L/100 km29.4mpg US35.3mpg UK | 8L/100 km29.4mpg US35.3mpg UK | 8L/100 km29.4mpg US35.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 10.9L/100 km21.6mpg US25.9mpg UK | 10.9L/100 km21.6mpg US25.9mpg UK | 10.9L/100 km21.6mpg US25.9mpg UK | 10.9L/100 km21.6mpg US25.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.6s-1.4 s Calculated | 12.1s-0.9 s Calculated | 12.5s-0.6 s Calculated | 13.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 312hp/t233kW/t142hp/1000 lb Calculated | 271hp/t202kW/t123hp/1000 lb Calculated | 246hp/t183kW/t111hp/1000 lb Calculated | 208hp/t155kW/t94hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 465Nm/t311lb-ft/ton Calculated | 405Nm/t271lb-ft/ton Calculated | 366Nm/t245lb-ft/ton Calculated | 300Nm/t201lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 825km513mi Calculated | 825km513mi Calculated | 825km513mi Calculated | 825km513mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,996cc183cu in | 2,996cc183cu in | 2,996cc183cu in | 2,996cc183cu in |
| Length | 4,686mm184in | 4,686mm184in | 4,686mm184in | 4,686mm184in |
| Width | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in |
| Height | 1,405mm55in | 1,405mm55in | 1,405mm55in | 1,405mm55in |
| Wheelbase | 2,840mm112in | 2,840mm112in | 2,840mm112in | 2,840mm112in |
| Front track | 1,563mm62in | 1,563mm62in | 1,563mm62in | 1,563mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,546mm61in | 1,546mm61in | 1,546mm61in | 1,546mm61in |
| Trunk volume | 400L | 400L | 400L | 400L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 66L | 66L | 66L | 66L |
| CO2 emissions | 181g/km | 181g/km | 181g/km | 181g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 3) 499 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 2) 433 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 1) 393 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 333 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | 5,250-6,000 rpm | 1,600-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | 5,250-6,000 rpm | 1,600-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | 5,250-6,000 rpm | 1,600-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | 5,250-6,000 rpm | 1,600-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.6 s | 4.0 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.8 s | 4.2 s | 4.4 s | 4.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.5 s | 13.0 s | 14.7 s | 17.2 s |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Likely limited | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.0 s | 2.1 s | 2.1 s | 2.2 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.1 s | 5.3 s | 5.4 s | 5.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.7 s | 8.0 s | 8.2 s | 8.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.8 s | 10.2 s | 10.5 s | 11.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.6 s | 12.1 s | 12.5 s | 13.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 201 km/h 125 mph | 193 km/h 120 mph | 186 km/h 115 mph | 177 km/h 110 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | 499 hp 372 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | 433 hp 323 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | 393 hp 293 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | 333 hp 248 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 3) 499 hp has 166 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 333 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 333 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 3) 499 hp: 166 hp (124 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | 744 Nm 549 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | 648 Nm 478 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | 586 Nm 432 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | 480 Nm 354 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 3) 499 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 333 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 2) 433 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 1) 393 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | 312 hp/t 233 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | 271 hp/t 202 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | 246 hp/t 183 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | 208 hp/t 155 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | 825 km 513 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | 825 km 513 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | 825 km 513 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | 825 km 513 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | 499 hp 372 kW | 3.8 s | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | 433 hp 323 kW | 4.2 s | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | 393 hp 293 kW | 4.4 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | 333 hp 248 kW | 4.9 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp |
| 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp |
| 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp |
| 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp |
| 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 3) 499 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | 3.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | 4.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | 4.9 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | 312 hp/t 233 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | 271 hp/t 202 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | 246 hp/t 183 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | 208 hp/t 155 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 3)499 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 2)433 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400 (Stage 1)393 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 400333 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 499 hp 372 kW | 433 hp 323 kW | 393 hp 293 kW | 333 hp 248 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 744 Nm 549 lb-ft | 648 Nm 478 lb-ft | 586 Nm 432 lb-ft | 480 Nm 354 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.8 s | 4.2 s | 4.4 s | 4.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | 8.0 L/100 km 29.4 mpg US 35.3 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 825 km 513 mi | 825 km 513 mi | 825 km 513 mi | 825 km 513 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 181 g/km | 181 g/km | 181 g/km | 181 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 400 L 14.1 cu ft | 400 L 14.1 cu ft | 400 L 14.1 cu ft | 400 L 14.1 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 312 hp/t 233 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp | 271 hp/t 202 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 246 hp/t 183 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 208 hp/t 155 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 3) 499 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 2) 433 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 1) 393 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 333 hp |
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| Consumption | 8 L/100 km29.4 mpg US35.3 mpg UK | 8 L/100 km29.4 mpg US35.3 mpg UK | 8 L/100 km29.4 mpg US35.3 mpg UK | 8 L/100 km29.4 mpg US35.3 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 14.00 LC100 km | 14.00 LC100 km | 14.00 LC100 km | 14.00 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 22.53 LC100 mi | 22.53 LC100 mi | 22.53 LC100 mi | 22.53 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,200 L317 US gal264 UK gal | 1,200 L317 US gal264 UK gal | 1,200 L317 US gal264 UK gal | 1,200 L317 US gal264 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,100 LC/year | 2,100 LC/year | 2,100 LC/year | 2,100 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 3) 499 hp
- Has 67 hp more
- Has 96 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 2 km/h (1 mph) higher top speed
- Has 42 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 400 (Stage 2) 433 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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