2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (124 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Vaneo | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1898 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 140 L |