2012 Nissan Armada vs. Its Competition

2012 Nissan Armada 2WD 4-door SV Side Exterior View

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Feb 15, 2012

The big, big Nissan Armada is far from alone in the large-SUV segment.

The mainstays are vehicles like the Chevrolet Tahoe (and the long-wheelbase version, the Suburban) and its twin, the GMC Yukon.

They're still selling well, primarily because of their heritage and because they offer so many variants--long-wheelbase versions, hybrid versions, stripper models and luxurious Denali editions.

We also like Ford's Expedition, which also comes in short- and long-wheelbase versions; it's a little less potent than the biggest GM utes but it has good road manners and great features.

The Toyota Sequoia has lagged in sales, but its performance is strong, though it looks a little more bulbous than the domestics.

If you can downsize just a bit, we strongly prefer the likes of the Dodge Durango, a seven-seat ute with a great blend of on- and off-road talent, and available HEMI power.

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7.4 It's lacking in some features and its interior is a bit cheap, but the 2012 Nissan Armada has rugged good looks and a beefy V-8 powertrain.	7.6 The 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is no longer fresh-faced, but it remains one of the best bets for those needing tough, true truck capability and plenty of passenger space.	8.4 Call it the anti-crossover: the Dodge Durango does SUV dirty work, but carries itself like a civilized family wagon.	7.4 If you're one of the few SUV fans left standing in the full-size arena, the 2012 Ford Expedition offers truck toughness in a well-rounded, well-featured SUV package.	7.4 The 2012 Toyota Sequoia delivers traditional truck toughness, towing ability, and strong V-8 engines—plus the macho look to go with it.
MSRP From
$39,870	$38,755	$28,995	$36,530	$40,930
Gas Mileage
12 MPG City / 19 MPG Hwy	15 MPG City / 21 MPG Hwy	13 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy	13 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy	13 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy
Engine
Gas V8	Gas/Ethanol V8	Gas/Ethanol V6	Gas/Ethanol V8	Gas V8
EPA Class
N/A	N/A	2WD Sport Utility Vehicle	N/A	Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Style Name
2WD 4dr SV	2WD 4dr 1500 LS	2WD 4dr SXT	2WD 4dr XL	RWD 4.6L SR5 (Natl)
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity
8	9	7	5	8
Passenger Doors
4	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body Style
Sport Utility	4 Door Sport Utility	Sport Utility Vehicle	4 Door	Sport Utility Vehicle
Transmission
Automatic	Automatic w/OD	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic