2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (226 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 X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |