2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1301 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | NV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
