2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 521 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 2469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |