2004 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 243 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | Quest |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |