2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 723 kg more than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1844 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
