2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2004 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | Quest |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 998 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |