2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 Nissan Navara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 547 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Navara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |