2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 907 kg more than 2007 Nissan Navara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Navara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
