2005 Nissan Armada

An "armada" usually refers to a large group of things, primarily a number of large ships. It's a fitting name for Nissan's first entry in the popular large SUV segment, and pretty much every aspect of it is size L or XL. If you like your SUVs heavy on power, then that large group of ponies under the hood will be just your thing. The Armada's robust V8 translates into lots of muscle and an impressive tow rating. And then there's the large group of cubic inches in the Armada's cabin -- this is a super-spacious SUV that's also chock-full of storage areas. The cons are as you'd expect: Fuel mileage is atrocious, and the vehicle's size means that parking can easily become a white-knuckle ordeal. But if these drawbacks really bothered you, you wouldn't consider buying the Nissan Armada in the first place. The Armada hauls like a gorilla on steroids, and comes out on top in terms of sheer brute force. If brawn is not of paramount importance for you, though, you'd be wise to take a look at some seven-passenger crossover SUVs, which have more to offer in terms of comfort and refinement.