2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 149 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Patriot | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 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 | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 270 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 106 L |