1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 875 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 R | GL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3076 mm |
