2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 649 kg more than 2013 Infiniti M.
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 Infiniti M (565 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Armada | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
