2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 229 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
