2000 Honda FCX vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2000 Honda FCX 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 (128 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 700 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. 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 Honda FCX, 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 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda FCX | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FCX | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 189 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1540 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |