2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 630 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Patrol | 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Patrol | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 80 L |