1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (128 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Commodore | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Commodore | C |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |