2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (156 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nitro | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |