2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 156 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1388 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Armada | Viano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 79 L |
