2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Stagea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | GL | Stagea |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |