2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 Toyota Yaris 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, 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 560 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
