2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 46 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (271 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |