2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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 35 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | C | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3700 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |