2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |