2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sunny 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 243 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 282 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. 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 1998 Nissan Sunny. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Sunny 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 | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Armada | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
