2009 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 3 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 859 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | A | Titan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
