2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 657 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLK | Armada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 2469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |
