1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 608 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Murano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
