2025 Nissan Armada vs. 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Review

Picture of the 2025 Nissan Armada

2025 Nissan
Armada

MSRP*: $56,520 to $79,990
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder

2025 Nissan
Pathfinder

MSRP*: $37,070 to $51,810
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MPG - City Info not available 20 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 23 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 97.1 ft3 80.5 ft3
Engine
  • 425-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 284-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 295-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 425 hp 284 - 295 hp
Towing Capacity 8,500 lbs 3,500 - 6,000 lbs
Exterior Length 209.7 in 197.7 - 198.8 in
Exterior Width 83.3 in 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 43.8 in
Rear 39.2 in
Front 44.3 in
Rear 35.5 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.8 in
Rear 37.8 - 40.0 in
Front 41.1 - 42.3 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Nissan Armada than in the Nissan Pathfinder. The Nissan Pathfinder will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan Armada.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Nissan Armada will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Pathfinder, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Armada is much wider than the Nissan Pathfinder, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Nissan Armada, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Pathfinder.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Nissan Armada is clearly the choice over the Nissan Pathfinder for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Armada greatly out-muscles the Nissan Pathfinder.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Nissan Armada does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Nissan Pathfinder.

Utility
The Nissan Armada offers greater seating capacity than the Nissan Pathfinder, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Nissan Armada has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Nissan Pathfinder.