2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Mercedes-Benz Nissan
Model E Pathfinder
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 395 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 2074 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L