2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz C and 2000 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (186 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (271 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |