2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra 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 192 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Armada | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
