2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | C | IPL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |