2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Armada | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |
