2005 Marcos TS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TS | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 5438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |