1995 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1507 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Armada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3140 mm |
