2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 391 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Because 2002 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry, 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
