2000 Westfield ZEI vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 2000 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Westfield ZEI | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Westfield | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ZEI | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
