2007 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (400 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Patrol.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | G | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 98 L |
