2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz C and 2000 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2000 Toyota Yaris, 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Yaris |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 87 L |