2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2000 Fiat Scudo and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 410 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 2000 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 2000 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Scudo | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |