2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 591 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLS | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4758 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 135 L |
