2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
