1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 11 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Nissan Navara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Navara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
