2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 249 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 442 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CL | NV |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 831 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |