2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 223 kg more than 2010 Nissan Armada.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Armada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 2437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 106 L |
