2012 Nissan Titan vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 610 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Titan | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Titan | C |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 62 L |
