1994 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (277 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
