1994 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Laurel | R |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3216 mm |