2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 647 kg more than 2008 Buick Enclave. 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 Buick Enclave. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Enclave | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |