2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. 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 S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | S | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3494 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 Length | 5210 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |