2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback 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 74 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback 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.
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2009 Nissan Armada | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Armada | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |