Nissan Armada I (WA60) 5.6 i V8 32V 4WD (309 Hp)
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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) Overview:
Nissan Armada (I (WA60)). With 522 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2480 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.1 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
Performance Verdict
Enhanced power and 4WD capability provide superior traction and slightly quicker acceleration, ideal for varied terrains and heavy loads.
Fuel Economy
As expected, fuel economy is slightly worse than the RWD variant due to the added weight and drivetrain losses of the 4WD system.
Best Use Case:
Off-road / Towing / All-weather
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful V8 engine options
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for 8 passengers
- • Excellent towing capacity
- • Robust, truck-based construction
- • Good off-road capability with 4WD models
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption
- • Large exterior dimensions can make city driving and parking challenging
- • Interior quality can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Some known issues with exhaust manifolds and brakes
- • Limited cargo space with all seats in use
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Nissan |
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| Model: | Armada |
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| Generation: | I (WA60) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 5.6 i V8 32V 4WD (309 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2003 |
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| End of production: | 2007 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 8 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 309 Hp @ 4900 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 55.7 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 522 Nm |
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| Engine Model/Code: | VK56DE |
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| Engine displacement: | 5552 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 6.2 l |
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| Coolant: | 14.4 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 98 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.5 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.1 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.1 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8 kg/Hp, 124.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 210.5 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.7 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2480 |
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| Max. weight: | 3175 |
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| Max load: | 695 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2750 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 566 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 106 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 5255 mm mm |
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| Width: | 2002 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1913 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 3130 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1715 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1715 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 250 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Disc |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Tires size | 265/70 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 18 |
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| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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