2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 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 Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Patrol | CLC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 62 L |
