2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 149 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |