2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2002 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 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | C | G25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
