2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 334 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Armada | CLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
