2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Serena 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) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Serena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
