2009 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. Both 2009 Mercedes-Benz B and 1995 Nissan Sunny are equipped with a 1,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | 1995 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | B | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
