2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Gen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Gen 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 208 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
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, 2007 Proton Gen, 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Armada | Gen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
