2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |