2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 274 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1996 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Armada | V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3010 mm |
