2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 8 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (138 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 193 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.
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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | C | IPL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |