2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | GL | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2460 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
