2001 Nissan MM vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 11 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan MM. (372 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan MM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MM | CLS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
