2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1435 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Armada | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
