2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 124 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (631 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
