2001 Suzuki EV Sport vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport 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 42 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EV Sport | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 398 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
