1998 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1111 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 863 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Rasheen | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rasheen | S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3165 mm |
