2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki X90 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 221 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 342 kg more than 1999 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki X90 has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki X90 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 | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Armada | X90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2210 mm |
