2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1995 Hyundai Marcia

To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Marcia 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 220 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Marcia.

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, 1995 Hyundai Marcia, 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 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Marcia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mercedes-Benz C 1995 Hyundai Marcia
Make Mercedes-Benz Hyundai
Model C Marcia
Year Released 2000 1995
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2146 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 141 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2710 mm


 

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