2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
