2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 2469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |