2007 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Armada | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
