2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Pacifica | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 106 L |
