2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 36 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (472 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Armada | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
