2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Convertible has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Convertible will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Convertible | Armada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
