2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 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 153 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2012 Brilliance BS6. 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 2012 Brilliance BS6. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Brilliance |
| Model | Armada | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
