2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 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 335 kg more than 1994 Toyota MR2.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | MR2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |