2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 189 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nitro | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
