2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Armada | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |
