2001 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 538 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (244 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
