1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Venza |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |