2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLS | Titan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 106 L |