2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 983 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |