2002 Nissan Pickup vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 221 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Pickup | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pickup | SL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |