1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
