2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 12 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | C | Equinox |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 71 L |