2001 Acura RL vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 599 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RL | Armada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
