2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 624 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Armada | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
