2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 6 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1208 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix20. 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 2011 Hyundai ix20. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Armada | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
