2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz S and 2004 Nissan Armada were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 466 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Armada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |
