2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
