2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 67 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 592 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |