2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (510 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | GL | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
