2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | GL | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
