2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Armada | 605 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
