2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1996 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 Nissan President.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 1996 Nissan President | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | G | President |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |