2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 124 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (193 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | Altezza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |