2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 514 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Armada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
