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Nissan Armada I (WA60, facelift 2007) 5.6 (317 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Nissan Armada:
The Nissan Armada is a full-size SUV manufactured by Nissan for the North American market, since 2003 for the 2004 model year.
From 2003 to 2015, the first-generation Armada was assembled in Canton, Mississippi based on the Nissan Titan. From mid-2016 onwards, the second-generation Armada is built in Yukuhashi, Kyushu, Japan. It shares the same platform as the Nissan Patrol, with American-specific modifications, and went on sale in mid-2016 as a 2017 model. A luxury version of the Armada has been sold as the Infiniti QX80....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (WA60, facelift 2007) Overview:
Nissan Armada (I (WA60, facelift 2007)). With 385 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2340 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
5.6 (317 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offering the same potent 5.6L VK56DE V8, this 2WD variant provides strong, smooth acceleration, likely with a slight edge in responsiveness and a marginally quicker 0-100km/h time over the 4x4 model due to reduced weight and drivetrain losses.
Fuel Economy
While still a thirsty V8, the 2WD configuration offers a marginal improvement in fuel efficiency compared to the 4x4, though it remains a significant running cost, particularly in urban settings.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and capable 5.6L V8 engine
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for up to 8 passengers
- • Excellent towing capacity for its class
- • Robust and durable build quality
- • Smooth and composed ride quality
Cons:
- • Very high fuel consumption, especially in urban areas
- • Large dimensions can make parking and maneuvering challenging
- • Interior design and materials can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Potential for specific V8 engine issues (e.g., exhaust manifold leaks)
- • Limited advanced safety features for its era
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (WA60): 2003 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Armada |
| Generation: | I (WA60, facelift 2007) |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.6 (317 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 317 Hp @ 4900 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 57.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 385 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VK56DE [Same engine] More details about the engine VK56DE |
| Engine displacement: | 5552 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 14.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 98 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.4 kg/Hp, 135.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 164.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2340 |
| Max. weight: | 3085 |
| Max load: | 745 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2750 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 566 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 106 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5255 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 2002 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1913 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3130 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1715 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1715 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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