2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX 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 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | C | EX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
