2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 253 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Armada | S |
| 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 | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |
