1998 Acura Integra vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 525 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Integra | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |