2008 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 632 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | M | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |
