2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 109 kg more than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Viano | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1976 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |