2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 10 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2010 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | C | EX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |
