2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2500 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3140 mm |
