1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Statesman | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Statesman | C |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2987 cc |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |