2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Verossa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |