2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 88 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Armada | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
