2000 Mazda Demio vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1428 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Demio | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Demio | Armada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3140 mm |
