2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 51 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.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navara | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2915 mm |
