2000 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (103 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Golf | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
