2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 Nissan Armada were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5550 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |