2003 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Cruze 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 233 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1289 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Cruze | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3140 mm |
