2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada 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 177 more horse power than 2010 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2010 Scion xD. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion xD. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2010 Scion xD | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Armada | xD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 42 L |
