2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota RAV4 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 160 more horse power than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 996 kg more than 2003 Toyota RAV4. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 57 L |
