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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (511 Nm @ 1600 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 | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5552 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
