2001 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 361 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Elantra | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Elantra | Armada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
