2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Titan. (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Titan. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan Titan | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Titan | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1419 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2955 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |