2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1800 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 2012 GMC Yukon. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Armada | Yukon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5550 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 148 L |