2003 Chevrolet SSR 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 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR 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 9 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. 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 2003 Chevrolet SSR. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | SSR | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3160 mm |
