2009 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra

To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz A and 2009 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. 2009 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mercedes-Benz A 2009 Nissan Xterra
Make Mercedes-Benz Nissan
Model A Xterra
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors


 

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