2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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 (260 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
