2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 176 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Titan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |
