2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (159 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | Patrol |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 102 mm |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 18.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |