2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 505 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLS | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |