2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2011 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. 2011 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Tracker 2011 Nissan Armada
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Tracker Armada
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2491 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 521 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1373 kg 2512 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 5276 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2014 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3129 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 106 L


 

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