2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G37 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |