2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 499 kg more than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (390 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Armada | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Armada | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |