2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Armada | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1442 kg | 1911 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |