1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 16 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 614 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Titan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 140 L |
