2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pathfinder | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
