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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (187 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 148 kg more than 1993 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (230 Nm @ 4800 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 | 2996 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
