2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Nissan President.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. 1998 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML has manual transmission. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1998 Nissan President | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | ML | President |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |