2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 99 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
