2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 506 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Armada | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
