2003 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz S and 2003 Nissan Pickup were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pickup. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz S | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | S | Pickup |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2960 mm |