2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLK | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |