1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 364 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
