2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Altima | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1735 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
