2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 135 L |
