2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1997 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 G (525 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 1997 Nissan President | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | G | President |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |