2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2008 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest will offer significantly more control. 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 SL (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | Quest |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |