2001 Chevrolet Prizm 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 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1326 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Prizm | Armada |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 522 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3140 mm |