2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 28 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. 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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Armada |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 105 L |