2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 670 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 CL (460 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
