1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
