2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 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 161 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 262 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 6 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 6 | Armada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |