2012 Nissan Navara vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
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2012 Nissan Navara | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Navara | S |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3165 mm |