2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota 4Runner has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
