2006 Mercedes-Benz CK vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CK | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
