2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1999 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 945 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1999 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Crew |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
