2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 169 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (136 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Armada | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
