1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1999 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 1999 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (146 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 1999 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (136 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (126 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1999 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
