2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 326 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
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 E (500 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
