1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 250 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
