2024 Nissan Armada vs. 2024 Subaru Ascent Review

Picture of the 2024 Nissan Armada

2024 Nissan
Armada

MSRP*: $56,520 to $71,590
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2024 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $34,395 to $48,695
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MPG - City 13 - 14 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 18 - 19 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 92.6 ft3 72.8 - 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 400-hp, 5.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 8,500 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 208.9 in 196.8 in
Exterior Width 79.9 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.9 in
Rear 41.0 in
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Head Room Front 39.8 - 40.9 in
Rear 40.0 in
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 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 Subaru Ascent. The Subaru Ascent offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Nissan Armada, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Nissan Armada as you will with the Subaru Ascent, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Subaru Ascent, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Armada is much wider than the Subaru Ascent, 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 Subaru Ascent.

Handling
The Nissan Armada has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Ascent, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

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

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 Subaru Ascent.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Nissan Armada and the Subaru Ascent. With the Nissan Armada, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Subaru Ascent.