2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Patrol | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
