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 Nissan Qashqai (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 42 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 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 2007 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
