2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | NV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5982 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |