2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz S and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 450 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.
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 S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5784 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 69 L |