2012 Nissan Armada vs. 2004 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1484 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Armada | 2004 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Armada | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2469 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2370 mm |
