2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 486 kg more than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Armada | A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
