2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Armada | Liana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
