2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 674 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 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 S (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 838 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | S | Pickup |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5982 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2960 mm |