2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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 115 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 550 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
