2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
