2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Viano | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |