2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | 1400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |