2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 284 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B7 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |
