2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz G and 2005 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 122 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest. 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 2005 Nissan Quest. 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) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | G | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 76 L |
