2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X-Trail | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
