2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | R | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
