2005 Toyota Avalon vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (156 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Avalon | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avalon | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |