2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nitro | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
