2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 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 195 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 75 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 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Armada | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |