2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz C and 2012 Chevrolet Nubira were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | C | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4592 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
