1998 Westfield ZEI vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1932 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1998 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1998 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Westfield ZEI | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Westfield | Nissan |
| Model | ZEI | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3130 mm |
