2010 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 334 kg more than 2010 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Sierra | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Armada |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2318 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 105 L |
