2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (216 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | 350Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 364 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |