2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada. 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 2010 BMW 550. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Armada | 550 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5550 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |