2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Hardbody (314 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Hardbody | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
