2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 229 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
