2007 Nissan Armada vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1422 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. 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 2009 Hyundai i20. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Armada | i20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
