2009 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2009 Nissan Armada

To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz B and 2009 Nissan Armada were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 203 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.

Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mercedes-Benz B 2009 Nissan Armada
Make Mercedes-Benz Nissan
Model B Armada
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2034 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1990 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 106 L


 

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