2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 2004 Nissan Murano and 2004 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Murano | V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
