2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 222 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
