2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 745 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | G | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
