2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1995 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Crew weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Crew. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1995 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLS | Crew |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
