2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |