2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1997 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Crew. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 1997 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Crew |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2670 mm |
