2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 183 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Titan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
