2001 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Aristo (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Aristo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 324 kg more than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
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, 1993 Toyota Aristo (285 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Aristo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Aristo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
