1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (336 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | GLK | Armada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5555 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
