2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn LW weights approximately 488 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn LW. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 2000 Saturn LW | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | Armada | LW |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5550 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |