1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 448 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
