2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 3 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Armada | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
