1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLK | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
