2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (128 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod 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 596 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Pod |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
