2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Altima | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Altima | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |