2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 162 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 82 L |
