2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nitro | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
