2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 603 kg more than 2011 Buick Lucerne. 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 2011 Buick Lucerne. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (390 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Armada | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | Armada | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |