2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
