2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 869 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
