2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 961 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS6. 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 Brilliance BS6. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS6. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2010 Brilliance BS6 has manual transmission. 2010 Brilliance BS6 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 | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Brilliance |
| Model | Armada | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 74 L |
