2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 449 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 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 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1891 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |
