2003 Nissan Primera 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 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Primera 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 193 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Primera | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |
