2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 157 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Mercedes-Benz B (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | B | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
