2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
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 Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avensis 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 209 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avensis. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Armada | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
