2012 Nissan Armada vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1329 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Armada | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Xedos |
| Model | Armada | 6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2469 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2620 mm |
