2009 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 881 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus LS | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | LS | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 493 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 106 L |