2005 Lexus IS vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 1 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 104 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 876 kg more than 2005 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus IS | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
