2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 151 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 576 kg more than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 108 L |
