2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster 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 S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
