2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (246 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Armada. (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Armada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |
