2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Armada | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
