2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 146 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 238 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Armada | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |