1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Titan. (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | Titan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 5598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |