2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Elantra | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |
