2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Armada | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 95 L |
