2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,606 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 885 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Primera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
