2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 460 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Frontier | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4913 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2874 mm |
