2009 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1127 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 105 L |
