2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 843 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CL | NV |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2156 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 106 L |