2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Armada and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Armada. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Armada | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |