2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 503 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
