2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Frontier | V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
