2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 905 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5555 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3140 mm |
