2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 85 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (344 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Titan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
