2000 Ford Artic vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 227 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. 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 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Artic | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
