2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |