2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 135 L |
