2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2008 Nissan Titan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 Weight | 1825 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 140 L |