2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CL | Serena |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |