2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz C and 2000 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica 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 421 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
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, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
