2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1955 Renault Juva

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 497 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1955 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1955 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Armada 1955 Renault Juva
Make Nissan Renault
Model Armada Juva
Year Released 2009 1955
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5551 cc 747 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 46 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1990 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2360 mm


 

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