2007 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Armada | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | Prius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |