1999 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1999 Nissan XVL
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz E and 1999 Nissan XVL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan XVL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan XVL (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan XVL should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Nissan XVL.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan XVL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan XVL (310 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan XVL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | 1999 Nissan XVL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | XVL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1260 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
