2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2009 Nissan Titan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | GL | Titan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 140 L |