2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Tiida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Tiida would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
