2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 396 kg more than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |