2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 537 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 2012 Nissan Titan
Make Mercedes-Benz Nissan
Model CL Titan
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 2402 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 4060 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 99 L 140 L


 

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