2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 38 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quest | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
