2004 Holden Rodeo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Rodeo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rodeo | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2920 mm |
