2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
