1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 439 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Mercedes-Benz C 2012 Jeep Liberty
Make Mercedes-Benz Jeep
Model C Liberty
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1849 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4493 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1836 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1803 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2695 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 74 L


 

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