2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1994 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota 4Runner 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 204 more horse power than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 1994 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |