2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Q7 | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |