2001 BMW M3 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 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 619 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
