2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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. Both 2000 Mercedes-Benz C and 2002 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
