2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 805 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sentra | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
