2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon 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 107 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Avalon. 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) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (279 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |