2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1998 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1998 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1998 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
