2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 147 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (231 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |