2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Armada | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
