2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |