2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 5 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300.
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 (630 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan NP300 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.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | NP300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |