2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | Armada |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |