2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Proton 400
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton 400 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 231 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1278 kg more than 2002 Proton 400. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2002 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Armada | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
