2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz A and 2008 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 933 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | A | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
