2005 Marcos TS vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TS | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TS | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |