2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 997 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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 E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |