1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | F300 Life Jet | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2960 mm |
