2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Armada | Durango |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 93 L |
