2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 5 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 183 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 978 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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2008 Nissan Armada | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Armada | Cruze |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 59 L |