2001 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Terrano II | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Terrano II | Armada |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 5550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |