2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
