1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Ponton | Titan |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4060 mm |