2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 829 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
