2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (318 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CL | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |