2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 900 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Armada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 106 L |
