2002 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2005 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1656 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Kia Pride Wagon 2005 Nissan Armada
Make Kia Nissan
Model Pride Wagon Armada
Year Released 2002 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 5555 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 522 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 2476 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 2010 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3140 mm


 

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