2005 Audi RS4 vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Audi RS4.
Because 2005 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS4. 2011 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS4 | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | RS4 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
