2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 318 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.

Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Titan.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Titan 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Nissan Mercedes-Benz
Model Titan CLS
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5556 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 305 HP 402 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 514 Nm 600 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2208 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2875 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 80 L


 

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