2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 128 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 594 kg more than 1999 Nissan Xterra. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 73 L |
