2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra 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 191 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 894 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Armada | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 53 L |
