1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 100 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 SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
