2000 Lada 110 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada 110 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Lada 110. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada 110, 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada 110 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 110 | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 69 L |
