1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
