2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder 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 67 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 324 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
