2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
