2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1998 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1998 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | Stagea |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |