2005 Marcos TS 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 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS 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 139 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 367 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TS | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Marcos | Nissan |
Model | TS | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3140 mm |