2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 648 kg more than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
