2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Frontier | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
