2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alpina B7. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alpina |
| Model | Armada | B7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 82 L |
