1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1996 Peugeot 504
To start off, both 1996 Mercedes-Benz C and 1996 Peugeot 504 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 880 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1996 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 504 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
