2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Toyota MR2.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | MR2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 48 L |