2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E500 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
