2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLS | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
