2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1999 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,684 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (175 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1999 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Laurel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2684 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |