2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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, 1998 Ford Laser, 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 (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | C | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
