2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
