2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz E and 2009 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1602 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |