2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz

To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Vitz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Armada 1999 Toyota Vitz
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Armada Vitz
Year Released 2007 1999
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 1452 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 2010 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 45 L


 

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