2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2012 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
