2008 Nissan Armada vs. Its Competition

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Jul 22, 2008

The 2008 Nissan Armada is still one of the best-looking full-size SUVs, but in performance, there are several better options.

The Armada's city fuel economy rating of only 12 mpg makes it one of the biggest gas guzzlers, even among full-size SUVs.

GM's full-size SUVs, including the Tahoe, were completely redesigned for 2007 and have much better handling, roomier interiors, and more fuel-efficient powertrains while still being as responsive.

Ford's Expedition has an especially well-designed interior, though its performance lags other competitors.

And the Toyota Sequoia is worth consideration, though it's new for the 2008 model year.

And for those looking for a more affordable choice, Dodge's Durango is almost as large as these full-size SUVs and offers comparable towing ability for a bargain price.

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7.8 The 2008 Nissan Armada has hunky good looks and a buff V-8 engine, but there are more roomier and more useful options among the big utes.	8.2 The 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe stands out as a stylish, accomplished, and usable full-size sport utility vehicle.	7 If you plan to tow, a 2008 Dodge Durango with a V-8 will work nearly as well as a Tahoe or Expedition, at a lower price.	8.2 The 2008 Ford Expedition is a big, capable SUV with a truly useful and convenient third row.	8.2 The 2008 Toyota Sequoia is a capable example of the full-size SUV--in a day where the full-size SUV makes less and less sense.
MSRP From
$35,500	$34,630	$27,335	$31,345	$34,150
Gas Mileage
12 MPG City / 18 MPG Hwy	14 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy	13 MPG City / 19 MPG Hwy	12 MPG City / 18 MPG Hwy	13 MPG City / 19 MPG Hwy
Engine
Gas V8	Gas V8	Gas V6	Gas V8	Gas V8
EPA Class
N/A	N/A	2WD Sport Utility Vehicle	N/A	2WD Sport Utility Vehicle
Style Name
2WD 4dr SE	2WD 4dr 1500 LS	2WD 4dr SXT	2WD 4dr XLT	RWD 4dr V8 5-Spd AT SR5 (Natl)
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity
8	6	5	5	8
Passenger Doors
4	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body Style
Sport Utility	4 Door	4 Door	4 Door	4 Door SR5
Transmission
Automatic w/OD	Automatic w/OD	Automatic	Automatic w/OD	Automatic w/OD