1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 7,410 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (612 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 419 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (848 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Armada. (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7410 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 848 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2469 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
