2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (540 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Titan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 106 L |
