2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 424 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
