2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Venza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Venza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
