2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | G | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 82 L |
