2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Navara.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Navara. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | G | Navara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |