2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Titan. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Titan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
