Nissan Armada vs Porsche Cayenne
Overview | |
MSRP$58,840 | MSRP$84,700 |
Listings243 | Listings549 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryIn our recent testing, no vehicle has outperformed its prior generation like the Nissan Armada. Gutted and redone for the 2025 model year, the Armada brings power, towing capacity, premium materials, and luxury-grade driving dynamics at a reasonable price. For 2026, Nissan made a NISMO version as a trial run for its planned lineup of performance trucks. Slammed on air springs and painted like the Z sports car, this is yet another Armada trim that goes further than Toyota, Chevrolet, GMC, and Jeep are willing to for $80,000. Verdict: The Armada offers a surprising level of quality, choice, and driving enjoyment that puts it ahead of the competition. | |
Reviews SummaryVerdict: Even the base model Cayenne delivers an agile driving experience, but those willing to dig deep into their bank account for one of Porsche’s more expensive Cayenne models are rewarded with a spirited drive like no other. The competition here is stiff, in the form of other German SUVs like the Audi Q8, BMW X5, and Mercedes-Benz GLE, and their performance variants. However, the Cayenne is not here to lose. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 425 hp V6 | Engine3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower425 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
MPG City16 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway23 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 425 hp V6 | Engine Name3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Torque516 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | Torque368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower425 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City16 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway23 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space20.4 cu ft | Cargo Space27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight5676 lbs | Curb Weight4678 lbs |
Height78.0 in | Height66.9 in |
Length209.6 in | Length194.1 in |
Width92.5 in | Width86.4 in |
Wheelbase121.1 in | Wheelbase114.0 in |
Maximum Payload1899 lbs | Maximum Payload1572 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7716 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity8500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $58,840 | $84,700 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 8.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | In our recent testing, no vehicle has outperformed its prior generation like the Nissan Armada. Gutted and redone for the 2025 model year, the Armada brings power, towing capacity, premium materials, and luxury-grade driving dynamics at a reasonable price. For 2026, Nissan made a NISMO version as a trial run for its planned lineup of performance trucks. Slammed on air springs and painted like the Z sports car, this is yet another Armada trim that goes further than Toyota, Chevrolet, GMC, and Jeep are willing to for $80,000. Verdict: The Armada offers a surprising level of quality, choice, and driving enjoyment that puts it ahead of the competition. | Verdict: Even the base model Cayenne delivers an agile driving experience, but those willing to dig deep into their bank account for one of Porsche’s more expensive Cayenne models are rewarded with a spirited drive like no other. The competition here is stiff, in the form of other German SUVs like the Audi Q8, BMW X5, and Mercedes-Benz GLE, and their performance variants. However, the Cayenne is not here to lose. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 425 hp V6 | 3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 425 hp @ 5600 rpm | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
MPG City | 16 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 23 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 425 hp V6 | 3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Torque | 516 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | 368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower | 425 hp @ 5600 rpm | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 16 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 23 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 20.4 cu ft | 27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5676 lbs | 4678 lbs |
Height | 78.0 in | 66.9 in |
Length | 209.6 in | 194.1 in |
Width | 92.5 in | 86.4 in |
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 114.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1899 lbs | 1572 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8500 lbs | 7716 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 8500 lbs | |
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