2001 Nissan MM vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 104 kg more than 2001 Nissan MM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan MM. (372 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan MM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MM | SL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
