2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
