2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1999 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1999 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
