2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Armada | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Armada | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 54 L |