2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. 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 1999 Rover 800. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Armada | 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2780 mm |
