2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
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 Venza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Venza 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 48 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Venza.
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 Venza, 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Armada | Venza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
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 | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |