2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Nissan Quest

To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.

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 Quest, 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 (350 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz C 2005 Nissan Quest
Make Mercedes-Benz Nissan
Model C Quest
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 3293 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 314 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92.9 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 76 L


 

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