2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Moco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5437 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
