2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 39 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | GL | Armada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
