2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder 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 37 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pathfinder | SLK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
