2005 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti I and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, 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, 2005 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti I | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | I | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
