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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Quest (304 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |