2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CL | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 831 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |