1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 13 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 81 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
