2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Titan | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |
