2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |