2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz S and 2004 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (231 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 73 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (351 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
