2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Titan.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Titan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
