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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 189 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.
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 (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 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 | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |