2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 162 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 377 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Armada | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
