2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | Armada |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |