2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 602 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Armada | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Armada | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 232 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |