2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLS | Xterra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |