2024 Nissan
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2025 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 13 - 14 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 18 - 19 MPG | 32 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 92.6 ft3 | 69.1 - 74.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 400 hp | 180 - 182 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 8,500 lbs | 1,500 - 3,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 208.9 in | 182.7 - 183.3 in |
| Exterior Width | 79.9 in | 72.0 - 72.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.9 in
Rear 41.0 in |
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.8 - 40.9 in
Rear 40.0 in |
Front 40.0 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.6 - 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Nissan Armada than in the Subaru Forester.
The Subaru Forester 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 Forester, 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 Forester, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Nissan Armada is much wider than the Subaru Forester, 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 Forester.
Handling
The Nissan Armada has a significantly larger turning radius than the Subaru Forester, making it much 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 Forester for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Armada greatly out-muscles the Subaru Forester.
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 Forester.
Utility
The Nissan Armada offers greater seating capacity than the Subaru Forester, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Nissan Armada, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Subaru Forester.