2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 4 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scudo | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
