1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
