1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
