2007 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 5 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Nissan Armada.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | NV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 106 L |
