2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
