1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 416 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Range Rover | Armada |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3129 mm |