2003 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 810 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan X-Trail | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | X-Trail | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 105 L |
