2006 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 4,757 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | B | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 4757 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 135 L |
