1999 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 704 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | V | Altima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
