2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Holden Astra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Astra 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 194 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Astra. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2005 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Armada | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
