2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (303 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1108 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | GL | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |