2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche Boxster | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Boxster | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 68.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |