2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 121 kg more than 2012 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Armada | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
