2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Platina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
