2002 Dodge M80 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Dodge M80. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge M80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge M80 has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge M80 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:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | M80 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |
