2000 Nissan Xterra vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 888 kg more than 2000 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra. 2011 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Xterra | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Xterra | Armada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3129 mm |
