1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 1996 Nissan Stagea and 1996 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,568 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (362 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Stagea has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Stagea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 1996 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stagea | V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2568 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
