2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Armada | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 95 L |