2000 Saturn LW vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 947 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Saturn LW | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Saturn | Nissan |
Model | LW | Armada |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |