2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |