2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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 (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
