2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2001 Renault Talisman
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Talisman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Talisman 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) has 243 more horse power than 2001 Renault Talisman. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Talisman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Talisman weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Talisman. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Talisman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2001 Renault Talisman | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Talisman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |
