2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 8 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 2,950 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Venza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2950 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
