1995 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima 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 49 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Maxima. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Maxima | R |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3216 mm |