2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |