2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback 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 97 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 734 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Armada | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
