2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 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 35 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z9. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z9 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3140 mm |
