2002 Chrysler LHS vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 892 kg more than 2002 Chrysler LHS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler LHS, 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler LHS | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | LHS | Armada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
