2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Rageous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Rageous would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Rageous has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Rageous 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 | 1999 Pontiac Rageous | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | C | Rageous |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2970 mm |