1998 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, both 1998 Mercedes-Benz V and 1998 Nissan Rasheen were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 836 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. 1998 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | V | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
