2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Almera, 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 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
