Mercedes-Benz C320 vs Oldsmobile Aurora
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2003 Oldsmobile Aurora
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C320C320 | Oldsmobile Aurora4 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | C320 | 4 |
| Body style | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2005 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C320C320 | Oldsmobile Aurora4 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,250 (best) | $34,725 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C320C320 | Oldsmobile Aurora4 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 16 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 17.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C320C320 | Oldsmobile Aurora4 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 250 hp (best) |
| Torque | 229 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.2 L | 4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C320C320 | Oldsmobile Aurora4 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 3 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 38.1 cu ft (best) | 14.9 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,385 lbs (best) | 3,803 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 171 in | 199.3 in (best) |
| Width | 68 in | 72.9 in (best) |
| Height | 54.3 in | 56.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz C320C320 | Oldsmobile Aurora4 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 4 | 2 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mercedes-Benz C320 | Oldsmobile Aurora |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | C320 $28,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 4 $34,725 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | C320 $37,350 MSRP | — |
| 3 | C320 Luxury $37,950 MSRP | — |
| 4 | C320 Luxury 4MATIC $39,150 MSRP | — |
Mercedes-Benz C320 vs Oldsmobile Aurora FAQ
- Which is better: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2003 Oldsmobile Aurora?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 vs 2003 Oldsmobile Aurora on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2003 Oldsmobile Aurora?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 starts lower at $28,250.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2003 Oldsmobile Aurora?
- The 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (28,250).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2003 Oldsmobile Aurora?
- The 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 or 2003 Oldsmobile Aurora?
- The 2003 Oldsmobile Aurora leads on horsepower in this comparison (250).