2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pathfinder | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
