2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Armada | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
