2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 975 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | Titan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
