2003 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 107 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
