2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Rodeo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rodeo | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
