2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 Nissan Navara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Navara 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
Make Nissan Mercedes-Benz
Model Navara CL
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2488 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 432 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2124 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 5095 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2954 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 90 L


 

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