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 73 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (162 HP @ 5300 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX 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 | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | C | EX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |