2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | RAV4 | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3546 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |