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Nissan Armada I (WA60, facelift 2007) 5.6 (317 Hp) 4x4 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 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 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
5.6 (317 Hp) 4x4 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The robust 5.6L VK56DE V8 delivers strong acceleration (7.1s 0-100km/h) and ample power, making it highly capable for highway cruising, towing, and off-road excursions despite the vehicle's substantial weight.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large V8 4x4 SUV, fuel consumption is notably high, with urban figures around 18.1 l/100 km, making it a costly vehicle to run for daily city driving.
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) 4x4 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: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.8 kg/Hp, 127.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 155.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2480 |
| Max. weight: | 3175 |
| Max load: | 695 |
| 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: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
If you could change one thing about the Nissan Armada, what would it be?