2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1998 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 806 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 215 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 960 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 806. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 806. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 806. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 806 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 | 1998 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Armada | 806 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
