2009 Acura RL vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RL | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 106 L |