2003 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz S | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | S | Titan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |