2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1146 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
