2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pathfinder | R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
