2003 Mazda MPV vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 927 kg more than 2003 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MPV. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda MPV | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MPV | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
