2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 12 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (128 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1138 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV 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 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | NV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 106 L |
