2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 89 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.

Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Armada 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Nissan Mercedes-Benz
Model Armada E
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1990 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 65 L


 

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