2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pathfinder | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
