2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 958 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Armada | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
