1998 Caterham C21 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 885 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Caterham C21 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C21 | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 68.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |