2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |