2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.

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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Suburban 2013 Nissan Armada
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Suburban Armada
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 313 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 522 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 98 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2619 kg 2652 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 5276 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 2014 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1981 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3130 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 105 L