2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 893 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Viano | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |