2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 175 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | G | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
